Southern California Paramedic and EMT Opportunities

Global Medical Response•Riverside, CA

13h

About The Position

Global Medical Response has immediate hiring opportunities for qualified Paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in Southern California locations: Compton, El Centro, Lancaster, Napa (deployment-based), San Diego, Santa Barbara, Santa Clarita, and Ventura/Oxnard. Paramedics deliver compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care. They assess calls, provide care using progressive Paramedic protocols and medical equipment, communicate with patients and loved ones, lead the Paramedic team and manage the scene and unit as needed, and drive ambulances on 911 responses. They work collaboratively with allied health and public safety personnel and participate in community programs. EMTs respond to emergency and non-emergency requests for medical assistance and deliver high-quality care, treatment, and customer service. They assess patients, determine and deliver appropriate care, document patient information and treatment while protecting confidentiality and patient rights, and maintain a safe, clean, well-stocked environment. EMTs use appropriate medical and office equipment and tools, operate ambulances in compliance with company safety policies and traffic laws, collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel, and participate in community programs. Pay varies by location and shift. Listed rates include: Compton Paramedics $22.39–$24.98/hour and EMTs $19.65–$22.05/hour; El Centro Paramedics $21.68–$35.71/hour; Lancaster Paramedics $27.54–$31.38/hour and EMTs $19.65–$23.18/hour; Napa deployment-based roles $45.00–$50.91/hour; San Diego Paramedics $28.86–$47.58/hour; Santa Barbara Paramedics $36.92–$45.93/hour; Santa Clarita Paramedics $27.54–$31.38/hour; and Ventura/Oxnard Paramedics $35.17–$43.42/hour for 12-hour shifts or $24.20–$32.74/hour for 24-hour shifts. Some listed rates are DOE. The posting directs candidates to the careers-site benefits page for benefit options but does not specify individual benefits. Global Medical Response and its family of companies focus on compassionate, quality medical care, primarily emergency and patient relocation services. The company describes its core behaviors as keeping care at the center, raising your hand, seeking to understand, finding a way together, and being accountable. It is an Equal Opportunity Employer, supports veterans, and provides reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
For Paramedics: California Paramedic License.
For Paramedics: California Ambulance Driver’s License.
For Paramedics: BLS and ACLS from the American Heart Association.
For Paramedics: driving record compliant with company policy.
For EMTs: California Driver’s License.
For EMTs: California Ambulance Driver’s License.
For EMTs: Medical Examiner’s Certificate.
For EMTs: State of California EMT License.
For EMTs: American Heart Association BLS Card.
Additional licenses and/or certifications may be required depending on the location of interest.

Responsibilities

Assess each Paramedic call situation and determine the best course of action using progressive Paramedic protocols.
Use Paramedic medical skills, equipment, and procedures—including a defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids—to provide advanced care.
Communicate with patients and their loved ones, providing information and reassurance about care.
Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for scene and unit management as needed.
Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
Work collaboratively and professionally with allied health and public safety personnel and fellow Paramedics.
Participate in community programs to maintain the AMR image and establish strong community relations.
Assess EMT patients, determine necessary care, and deliver emergency services using appropriate medical techniques and equipment.
Document patient information, condition, and treatment while maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients.
Use appropriate EMT skills and equipment, including communications, medical equipment, cleaning procedures, office equipment, and tools.
Operate an ambulance in accordance with company safety policies and traffic laws governing emergency medical response vehicles.
Work collaboratively and professionally with allied health and public safety personnel and fellow EMTs.
Participate in community programs to maintain the AMR image and establish strong community relations.