Paramedic FTO

MEDTRANS INC•Santa Ana, CA

5d•$37 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic–Field Training Officer (FTO) is responsible for performing the essential functions of a Paramedic while also serving as a mentor, trainer, and evaluator for newly hired Paramedics. This role ensures that new employees are introduced to Medtrans’ standards of advanced patient care, operational procedures, and compliance requirements. The Paramedic-FTO promotes a culture of safety, accountability, and professional excellence by modeling best practices and providing structured training, guidance, and performance feedback in the field.Key Responsibilities: • Serve as the lead trainer during field orientation and ride-alongs for newly hired Paramedics. • Provide direct instruction on ALS clinical skills, assessment techniques, medication administration, airway management, cardiac care, and safe ambulance operations. • Train and reinforce patient care protocols, documentation standards, equipment usage, and operational procedures. • Evaluate trainee performance daily, identifying strengths, deficiencies, and readiness for independent practice. • Document all trainee progress through written evaluations, checklists, and training reports in accordance with company and EMS Agency standards. • Participate in performance improvement or remedial training plans when necessary. • Model professional behavior, reinforcing Medtrans policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and all applicable EMS Agency regulations. • Perform all Paramedic responsibilities, including advanced patient assessment, ALS interventions, medication administration, documentation, and safe transport. • Ensure ambulances are stocked, clean, and operationally ready at the beginning and end of each shift. • Communicate trainee performance or compliance concerns to supervisors and Clinical Education leadership. • Foster teamwork, accountability, and high-quality patient-centered care throughout all field operations.

Requirements

California Driver’s License
California State Paramedic Card
Basic Life Support by American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support by American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support by American Heart Association
Ambulance Driver’s License
Medical Examiner’s Certificate
LADOT Driver’s Permit (Post hire)
LA County / OC Paramedic Accreditation
Comprehensive knowledge of ALS protocols, EMS regulations, and ambulance operations.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to mentor, coach, and objectively evaluate performance.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to provide constructive feedback and foster professional growth.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills under pressure.
Demonstrated commitment to safety, compliance, and patient care excellence.

Responsibilities

Serve as the lead trainer during field orientation and ride-alongs for newly hired Paramedics.
Provide direct instruction on ALS clinical skills, assessment techniques, medication administration, airway management, cardiac care, and safe ambulance operations.
Train and reinforce patient care protocols, documentation standards, equipment usage, and operational procedures.
Evaluate trainee performance daily, identifying strengths, deficiencies, and readiness for independent practice.
Document all trainee progress through written evaluations, checklists, and training reports in accordance with company and EMS Agency standards.
Participate in performance improvement or remedial training plans when necessary.
Model professional behavior, reinforcing Medtrans policies, Standard Operating Procedures, and all applicable EMS Agency regulations.
Perform all Paramedic responsibilities, including advanced patient assessment, ALS interventions, medication administration, documentation, and safe transport.
Ensure ambulances are stocked, clean, and operationally ready at the beginning and end of each shift.
Communicate trainee performance or compliance concerns to supervisors and Clinical Education leadership.
Foster teamwork, accountability, and high-quality patient-centered care throughout all field operations.