Squad Leader

Alton, IL

Job Description

Additional Information About the Role

Alton EMS is currently seeking a EMS Squad Leader. Are you looking to grow your career in EMS?

• FT
• Benefits Eligible
• Class E Driver's License in MO
• Paramedic License

Overview

Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more.

The EMS department is comprised of 51 employees that man 6 ALS units to cover a 300 square mile area in the riverbend. We have a fleet of 11 ambulances and 1 command unit . We are the primary 911 units for multiple communities and offer a variety of services to all of our patients and families. We live by the words '' To heal often , to comfort always''

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

Responsible for all aspects of emergency and non emergency care in the pre-hospital environment. Works under on-line and off-line medical control providing all levels of care. Coordinates the daily operations of the ambulance staff.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, treats, and evaluates patients.
• Monitors vehicles to keep them operational.
• Maintains time and attendance records and staff schedules.
• Assists management with staff development, appraisals, and coaching.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience

• 5-10 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

• Class D (IL) or Class E (MO)
• Paramedic

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
• Adoption assistance

To learn more, go to www.bjctotalrewards.com/Benefits

*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.17 - $33.51 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Shift:

• Day shift
• Night shift

Weekly day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Emergency medicine: 5 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Paramedic License (Preferred)
• Driver's License (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Alton, IL: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road