Paramedic $24.50/HR

Company: Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor
Location: Evanston
Posted on: April 7, 2026

Job Description:

Overview: As a non-transport provider, the Paramedic’s primary tasks are to initiate basic and advanced life support care to ill and injured guests and team members, and respond to medical/trauma calls in an amusement park setting. All Paramedics need to have strong work ethic and be must able to operate within I.D.P.H. Region X’s EMT-P scope of practice. Responsibilities: - Provide basic and advanced emergency and non-emergency medical care to team members and guests in accordance with established park and Region X System protocols. - Triage patients when multiple calls or patients overwhelm available personnel; make appropriate determinations about dispositions and transports - Use an electronic tablet for documenting reports - Complete checks on bags, monitors, drugs, vehicles, and treatment areas before, during, and after each shift; restock supplies as necessary. - Assist BLS crews on calls when requested and sufficient personnel are available. - Assist Paramedic and EMT-B Supervisors with skills training of EMT-B personnel - Safely operate department vehicles - Answer calls for emergency assistance via telephone and radio - Perform drug and alcohol screens on team members in accordance with park policies - Transport team members to off-site acute care facilities for occupational health services - Maintain a clean work area; perform basic cleaning of First Aid facilities (mop floors, vacuum carpets, empty trash cans, wipe down counters and beds, First Aid van is vacuumed and cleaned; etc.) - Complete safety ride audits and safety inspections at direction of Safety staff and First Aid Supervisors and Leads - Maintain a professional relationship with guests and team members - Maintain grooming standards according to the standard and policies set by Six Flags Great America and the Safety Department - Adhere to all park labor policies pertaining to breaks taken, length of shift and types of work performed Qualifications: - Age Requirement: 18 years or older - Education: High school diploma or GED - Licensure and Certification: - Current Illinois Department of Public Health (D.P.H.) Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic License. Wisconsin License or National Registry License must meet reciprocity requirements with I.D.P.H. - Current American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider CPR/AED Certification - Valid Driver’s License - Must meet Region X system entry requirements through Highland Park Hospital - Obtain and maintain a valid Park Vehicle Operator’s Permit - Strong written and verbal communications - Basic knowledge of computers and copiers - Reliable means of transportation to and from work - Knowledge of, and ability to use, all EMS equipment used in the park (cardiac monitor/defibrillator, pulse oximeter, stair chair, etc) - Ability to handle moderate levels of stress related to high work load - Safety awareness and general housekeeping - Flexible to changes - Available to work flexible hours including nights, weekends, and holidays - Must be willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions - Must be professional, self-motivated, the ability to multi-task and have an enthusiastic attitude - Must have strong teamwork skills and the ability to work with others

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