Paramedic - Chase Unit

Job DetailsJob Location: Ashtabula Office - ASHTABULA, OH 44004Salary Range: $25.00 - $31.00 HourlyChase Unit – Rapid Response Paramedic Role

Utilizing your ALS skills on the patients that require them

At Community Care Ambulance, the Chase Unit is a rapid-response, non-transport ALS vehicle staffed by a Paramedic. This unit is designed to arrive quickly on scene, initiate advanced care, support BLS crews, and stabilize patients prior to or during ambulance transport.

This role is ideal for Paramedics who thrive in high-acuity environments and want to operate at the top of their license, using strong clinical judgment, autonomy, and teamwork to make an immediate impact on patient outcomes.

We are committed to developing elite clinicians and offer robust in-house clinical training programs, including internal advancement of all Paramedics to a Critical Care level of practice at no charge. 

If you are a better clinician, our patients receive better care and we all benefit...

As part of our team, you’ll benefit from:

Active 911 emergency response system serving local communities
Disaster relief deployments (regional and national response efforts)
Comprehensive clinical training & career advancement pathways
Internal Critical Care training for all Paramedics
Community involvement and outreach initiatives
Competitive benefits, including 401(k) retirement plans
A mission-driven, patient-first culture

About Community Care Ambulance

Community Care Ambulance is a non-profit, full-service EMS organization serving Northeast Ohio with a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care. We provide 911 emergency response, interfacility transport, and disaster deployment services across the region.

Paramedic – Duties & Responsibilities

(The duties listed are not all-inclusive but represent essential functions of the role.)

Role Overview

As a Paramedic with Community Care Ambulance, you provide advanced life support (ALS), emergency medical care, and safe patient transport in pre-hospital settings. You respond to dispatched calls, assess patient conditions, administer treatment, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver high-quality care.

Patient Care & Customer Service (80%)

Deliver care that meets or exceeds National ALS Standards and Community Care Ambulance protocols
Assess, treat, and stabilize patients in emergency and non-emergency situations
Perform advanced procedures (airway management, IV/IO access, cardiac monitoring, medication administration)
Communicate effectively with dispatch, hospitals, and team members
Provide compassionate, patient-centered care
Maintain accountability for crew actions and patient outcomes
Operate, maintain, and restock vehicles and medical equipment
Follow infection control and decontamination procedures

Patient Documentation (10%)

Complete accurate and timely patient care reports (PCRs)
Document assessments, treatments, and patient responses

Daily Preparedness (5%)

Ensure vehicle, equipment, and supplies are response-ready

Training & Meetings (5%)

Attend required trainings and staff meetings

QualificationsQualifications

Minimum Education & Experience

Graduate of an accredited EMT-Paramedic program meeting or exceeding current National Standard Curriculum requirements
Previous paramedic experience preferred, but not required
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered

Required Certifications & Licensure

Current EMT-Paramedic certification
Valid Driver’s License
CPR and ACLS certification

Knowledge

Advanced life support practices, including CPR and ACLS
Medical principles including patient assessment, treatment protocols, pharmacology, and disease processes
Customer service principles and patient-centered care
English language (grammar, communication, and documentation)
Public safety procedures and emergency response operations
Medical transportation practices
Community Care Ambulance policies and procedures (may be learned after hire)

Skills

Deliver timely, effective patient care in high-pressure environments
Safely operate emergency vehicles in compliance with traffic laws and company policy
Strong critical thinking and clinical decision-making
Active listening and clear communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams
High level of service orientation and compassion
Ability to adapt quickly and coordinate effectively with team members
Continuous learning and application of new clinical information

Abilities

Clearly understand and communicate verbal information
Recognize and respond to changing patient conditions
Apply logical reasoning and sound judgment in dynamic situations
Organize and prioritize tasks efficiently
Maintain coordination, dexterity, and precision in patient care procedures

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for extended periods (up to 8 hours with breaks)
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods (up to 4 hours each per shift)
Ability to perform very heavy physical work, including:

Lifting or moving 100+ lbs occasionally
50+ lbs frequently
20+ lbs continuously

Schedule Requirements

Availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed