Sign on Bonus, $8,000.00

Newly competitive rates are available for Paramedic roles

As the Paramedic, you will provide all aspects of Advanced Life Support (ALS) treatment and transport of patients in the emergency pre-hospital setting. Evaluate the nature and extent of acute illness or injury and establishes priorities for BLS and ALS treatment.  Carry out procedures based upon Statewide Treatment Protocols, Standard Operating Guidelines and Medical Control direction when applicable. Manage the emergency patient's environment in a manner that assures optimal on-scene care as well as expedient transportation to the most appropriate medical facility. This includes efficient utilization of EMS resources such as local first responders, BLS and special resources/equipment.  Performs all skills applicable to the Scope of Practice for Massachusetts certified Paramedics.

*** Hourly Rates Start from $25.08 to $38.01 hourly (rates are based on years of experience)

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma Massachusetts Certified Paramedic (current) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Basic Cardiac Life Support-Healthcare Provider Level Pediatric Advanced Life Support (or equivalent) Driver's License (in good standing)   

Ideal candidates will have:

NIMS 100, 700 Hazmat Awareness

Lawrence General Hospital offers competitive compensation and benefits which include:

Competitive wages including evening, night and weekend shift differentials Health and Dental insurance for employees working 24-hours or more a week Flexible Spending Account for dependent care and medical expenses 403 (b) Retirement savings account with employer contributions  Fulltime employees accumulate 264 hours per year of paid time off (PTO) Tuition reimbursement   Direct deposit Department sponsored continuing education

All applicants that receive an offer of employment will have the following conducted:

Criminal Offender Record Information search (CORI) Drug screen-tested as part of pre-employment physical               Successfully pass pre-employment physical exam  Driving record review and meet acceptable standards per LGH insurance carrier  Education verification References (if applicable)