Paramedic - Albuquerque Ambulance

Paramedic

Build your career. Make a difference. Presbyterian is hiring a skilled Paramedic for Albuquerque Ambulance Service.

Job Description

• Join Albuquerque Ambulance Services (AAS) as a Paramedic and become a vital part of New Mexico's leading emergency medical team.
• Deliver prehospital 911 emergency care and inter-facility transportation.
• Benefit from on-site social workers, investments in 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!

Work Schedule

• (3) 13-hour shifts or (4) 10-hour shifts in Days, Nights, or Swings.

Sign-On Bonuses

• $4,000-$7,500 depending on level of experience.
• Relocation bonus of $3,500-$6,000 available for qualified candidates.

Benefits

• On-site social worker supporting field crews.
• ImageTrend Elite Charting Software.
• Hydraulic gurneys in every unit.
• Hydraulic loading systems in every unit.
• 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.
• Grow your career with ease: Our Paramedic roles include three experience-based levels, and you can promote as soon as you meet each benchmark—no reapplying, no competing.

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.

How You Support the Community

• Provide prehospital 911 emergency care and/or inter-facility transportation for injured and/or ill patients.
• Administer medications and perform ALS level interventions and treatments as allowable per the NM State scope of practice, local guidelines, medical direction, and organizational policies.
• Document and maintain accurate medical records for patient encounters through use of ImageTrend Elite.
• Operate emergency vehicles in a safe manner, consistent with EVOC.
• Assist in the instruction of emergency medical services (EMS) students to provide for positive work-related experiences.
• Attend departmental staff meetings and/or in-service educational programs while keeping current with developments in the field.
• Proactively utilize 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 onboarding and maintain.

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 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 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care), and Commercial health plans.