Paramedic Training Candidate
About The Position
The Paramedic Training Candidate recruitment is an Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) internal recruitment. Only applications from current, full-time OCFA Firefighters, Fire Apparatus Engineers, and Fire Captains will be accepted. Applicants of all ranks must be off probation by the application submission deadline, August 31, 2026. This recruitment covers the paramedic programs of OCEMT, UCLA, Saddleback, Palomar and Ventura Community College; all which begin during the month of January 2027. The Emergency Medical Services Department is currently accepting applications for sponsorship to attend a paramedic program and to establish an eligibility list to fill future paramedic school vacancies. Upon successful completion of the didactic, hospital clinical experience, field internship, National Registry testing and state licensing requirements, candidates will have completed all the steps for sponsorship. The OCFA EMS Department will sponsor the candidate for local accreditation with OCEMS. Selected candidates who successfully complete the training process must agree to a two (2) year assignment in a paramedic post position. Note – In order to meet the enrollment requirements for both the didactic and clinical portions of the paramedic programs, the student may be required to participate in medical and drug screenings, background checks and vaccinations to include influenza and COVID 19.
Requirements
- Current OCFA Firefighter, Fire Apparatus Engineer, or Fire Captain (must be off probation by the application submission deadline, August 31, 2026)
- Must agree to a two (2) year assignment in a paramedic post position
- Possession of a high school diploma or GED
- Possession of a current EMT certificate
- Possession of a current health care provider CPR card
- Minimum of standard rating on current performance appraisal
- Recommendation from immediate supervisor with Battalion Chief concurrence
- Provide proof of passing college level English or take the matriculation exam
- Pass the college health screening
- If applicable, pass drug and medical screening
- If applicable, pass a background check (Live scan or similar)
- If applicable, provide proof of vaccinations to include, but not limited to, influenza and Covid19
Nice To Haves
- Every effort will be made to accommodate a candidate’s paramedic program preference while taking into account the candidate’s residence in proximity to the program and department need first.
- Priority will be given to the firefighter rank.
Responsibilities
- Didactic and Skills
- Hospital Clinical
- Field Internship
- National Registry Testing
- California Licensing Requirements
- Upon completion, the OCFA EMS Department will sponsor for local accreditation with OCEMS.
Benefits
- Sponsorship to attend a paramedic program
- Eligibility list to fill future paramedic school vacancies
- Sponsorship for local accreditation with OCEMS
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
