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Paramedic

American Medical Response
Independence, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 12/15/2025 CLOSED ON 1/16/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic position at American Medical Response?

PARAMEDIC

Starting at $25.00 / hour with credit given for experience

We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Responsibilities

  • Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
  • Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
  • Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
  • Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
  • Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
  • Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.

Other Responsibilities

  • Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
  • Missouri Paramedic certification
  • State Driver’s License.
  • Current American Heart Association BLS and ACLS
  • PALS is preferred but not required.
  • Driving record compliant with company policy.
  • Pass Physical Agility Test.

Why Choose AMR? AMR is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care, and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.

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Salary : $25

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