Overview:
Join Albuquerque Ambulance Services (AAS) as a Paramedic and become a vital part of New Mexico's leading emergency medical team!
As a Paramedic, you'll deliver prehospital 911 emergency care and inter-facility transportation. You'll also benefit from on-site social workers, investments medical equipment to support our crews, and comprehensive benefits from day one.
Enjoy the diverse landscapes and recreational opportunities New Mexico offers while advancing your career with educational assistance and high-volume experience. Be part of a family atmosphere at AAS, where your growth and well-being matter. Join us in making a difference every day!
Type of Opportunity: Full Time (1.0 FTE/39-40 hours per week)
Work Schedule: (3) 13-hour shifts or (4) 10-hour shifts in Days, Nights, or Swings
Sign on bonuses $2,500-$5,000 depending on level of experience and relocation bonus of $3,500-$6,000, available for qualified candidates.
How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
- On-site social worker supporting field crews
- ImageTrend Elite Charting Software
- Stryker XPS Power Hydraulic Gurneys
- Stryker Power-Load Systems in every unit
- UESCOPE Video Laryngoscope
- LIFEPAK 15s and LIFEPAK 35s
- Onsite gym at AAS, discounted gym memberships citywide
- Education assistance toward a Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree
- All in-house CEs required for NM state licensure and National Registry requirements
- All in-house carded classes (i.e. BLS, ACLS, PHTLS, PALS, AMLS, etc.)
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective day one
- Retirement options with organizational match
Shift Differentials
- $2.00/hr Ambulance Service Differential, earned on all hours worked.
- $5.00/hr Night Differential, earned on eligible night hours, stacks on base rate.
- $3.00/hr Weekend Differential, earned on eligible weekend hours, stacks on base rate.
- $2.00/hr Bachelor's OR $3.00/hr Master's Education Differential, if in approved focus, earned on all hours worked.
Interested in learning more?:
Interested in learning more about AAS or about our positions? Send our recruiter an email at cbland2@phs.org, or send a text/call at (505)452-7690. We look forward to hearing from you!
Responsibilities:
- Provides prehospital 911 emergency care and/or Inter-facility transportation for injured and/or ill patients.
- Administers medications and performs ALS level interventions and treatments as allowable per the NM State scope of practice, local guidelines, medical direction, and organizational policies.
- Documents and maintains accurate medical records for patient encounters through use of ImageTrend Elite.
- Operates emergency vehicles in a safe manner, consistent with EVOC.
- Assists in the instruction of emergency medical services (EMS) students to provide for positive work-related experiences.
- Attendance at departmental staff meetings and/or in-service educational programs while keeping current with developments in the field.
- Proactively utilizes best practices to minimize response and drop times.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED equivalent required
- Current New Mexico driver’s license is required without relevant restrictions.
- Must be at least 18 years of age with a driving record insurable per Presbyterian policy
- Must possess and maintain a State of New Mexico Paramedic license in good standing
- Must maintain all required certifications (i.e., ACLS, BLS)
- Must be up to date with FEMA 100, 200, 700 courses
- EMT experience preferred
- Must pass physical abilities assessment
- Must obtain medical examiner certification/DOT certification as part of on-boarding and maintain.
Benefits:
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Maximum Offer for this position is up to: USD $31.12/Hr. Compensation Disclaimer: The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
