Burning Man - Paramedic

Royal Ambulance; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 22,320 - 33,480; Part time

Job summary

Royal Ambulance is seeking EMTs for a unique opportunity at Burning Man to provide essential patient care in an unconventional environment. You will collaborate with a high-energy team, engaging directly with the Burning Man community while delivering effective medical responses.

This unique role requires your full participation between August 25th and September 7th, 2026. Candidates must complete a minimum of four 12-hour shifts and hold a State of Nevada Certification. Join us to make a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must complete four (4) 12-hour shifts during the operational period.
• Valid Driver's License and/or Ambulance Attendant License required.
• State of Nevada Certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic life support to patients.
• Administer medications as authorized.
• Coordinate with dispatch for location response.
• Determine the nature of illness or injury.
• Prioritize decisions swiftly.
• Remain calm during stressful situations.

Skills

Basic life support

Patient assessment

Airway management

Calmness under pressure

Education

State of Nevada Certification

Valid American Heart Association CPR card (BLS)

Tools

Automatic defibrillator

Job description

Are You Ready for a one of a kind healthcare experience?

Step into one of the most unconventional, creative, and transformative environments on the planet - Burning Man!

You’ll be part of a high-energy, collaborative, inclusive team that provides free, non-judgemental, and community-oriented patient care. We embrace the ten principles of Burning Man and work collaboratively with the Burning Man Emergency Services Department to support the overall patient care and public safety infrastructure in Black Rock City.

What to Expect

• Be a participant in the Burning Man community - no spectators allowed.
• Provide medical care and response in a one-of-a-kind environment.
• A tight-knit, highly skilled team supporting one another.
• Unparalleled personal and professional growth.
• A chance to build unforgettable connections and memories.

Burning Man Details

Location: Black Rock Desert, NV

Operational Period: August 25th through September 7th 2026

Burning Man staffing needs are highest during September 4-5 and September 6-7, 2026. Candidates who are available for one of these priority date blocks would have the opportunity to indicate their preference, with assignments made on a first come, first served basis based on staffing need.

Join Royal Ambulance, a forward-thinking, progressive organization dedicated to growing the next generation of healthcare leaders. If you’re ready to participate in Black Rock City and contribute back to the community with your unique skill set, this opportunity is for you!

For information on volunteering with Burning Man’s Emergency Services Department to work a first aid station or mobile quick response vehicle, check out the Black Rock City Emergency Services Department website.

Embody the Royal Mindset

• We are Driven - We set a goal, identify a plan to achieve it, stay focused and motivated throughout the process, and reach our desired results, despite obstacles or challenges. We show initiative and commitment. We maintain a positive mindset and believe in ourselves and our abilities.
• We are Empathetic - We are in tune with the feelings and actions of others and use that understanding to guide our actions, behaviors, and decisions. We are compassionate, perceptive, and mindful. We put ourselves in our patient's shoes and each other’s shoes and go above and beyond to ensure we treat everyone with dignity and respect.
• We are Engaging - Our actions show our commitment to the organization and its goals. We care about the quality of our work and our fellow team members. We are enthusiastic and want to be involved within Royal and with our communities.
• We are Adaptable - We are able to handle and adjust to change by being flexible in our process and mindset. We stay calm and do not fold under pressure when something changes, or a problem occurs. We develop a solution and can come up with an alternative plan despite the obstacles we are challenged with.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic life support, including patient assessment, airway management, use of the automatic defibrillator, and assisting patients with taking their medications.
• Administers medications within the EMT scope of practice as authorized by protocol.
• Coordinates with dispatch to respond on foot or other non-vehicular means to the appropriate location using the most expeditious route.
• Determines the nature and extent of illness or injury and establishes priority for required emergency care.
• Prioritizes decisions and acts quickly in the best interest of the patient.
• Remains calm while working in difficult and stressful situations, and stays focused while carrying out the functions of the position.
• Provides patient care in a variety of stationary (non-ambulance) and mobile (ambulance) settings within the EMT-B scope of practice.
• Constantly assesses the patient en route to the emergency facility, and administers additional care as indicated or directed by medical control.
• Reports verbally and in writing, their observation and emergency medical care of the patient at the emergency scene and in transit, to the receiving medical facility staff for purposes of records and diagnostics.
• Assists in lifting and carrying patients.
• Restocks and replaces used linens, blankets, and other supplies as needed.
• Cleans all equipment following appropriate disinfecting procedures.
• Makes careful checks of all equipment so that medical gear is ready for the next patient.
• Ensures that all equipment is clean, washed, and kept in professional condition.

Minimum Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must work a minimum of four (4) 12-hour shifts during the operational period.
• Valid Driver's License and/or Ambulance Attendant License.
• Driving Record must be acceptable (waived for non-driving positions).
• State of Nevada Certification.
• Possess a valid American Heart Association (AHA) CPR card - BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• TB Test and Flu Shot (within the last 12 months, with documentation).
• Immunization Records: Flu, Tdap, Varicella, HepB, and MMR within the last 10 years, with documentation.
• Completion of