Critical Care Paramedic - Located in San Francisco, CA

American Medical Response, Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 59,691 - 80,713; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

American Medical Response is looking for a Critical Care Transport Paramedic to provide high-level patient care in various transport settings in San Francisco, CA. The role requires advanced skills to evaluate and treat patients and collaborate with medical facilities during transport.

The ideal candidate will hold a California Paramedic license and have 3–5 years of ALS experience. Comprehensive benefits are offered including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years ALS experience as a field paramedic.
• Completion of an approved CA Critical Care Paramedic course within a reasonable time from hire.
• Pass a Physical Agility Test (PAT).

Responsibilities

• Perform high-level patient care in transport settings.
• Utilize medical equipment including defibrillator and ventilators.
• Communicate with receiving facilities for medical direction.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Ability to work cooperatively

Education

High school diploma or GED

Unencumbered California Paramedic license

ACLS, PALS, BLS provider cards

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Ventilators

Job description

Job Summary

Critical Care Transport Paramedic performs high‑level patient care in a variety of transport settings. Working under AMR’s leadership, the role requires advanced clinical and operational skills to evaluate and treat patients, and transport them safely to destination facilities. The position is fully‑time and based in San Francisco, CA. It includes event coverage for Oracle Park and Chase Center, and operates in both San Francisco and Alameda counties.

Key Responsibilities

• All essential duties of a 9‑1‑1 paramedic.
• Utilize medical equipment including defibrillator, EKG monitor, ventilators, IV pumps, hemodynamic monitors, advanced airway adjuncts, oxygen and suction devices, and medications.
• Interpret common laboratory reports.
• Manage complicated pharmacological infusions.
• Perform treatments and procedures in accordance with a Paramedic CCT level of certification and local policies.
• Lift and move patients to provide optimal care.
• Communicate with receiving facilities for medical direction and critical information.
• Communicate with dispatch to understand call data and provide customer feedback.
• Assist with cleaning ambulance inside and outside per safety guidelines and local policies.
• Accurately document all patient assessments and care on the company platform to ensure billing accuracy.
• Follow policies regarding out‑of‑chute and turnaround times.
• Work past scheduled shift end time when required.
• Read medication labels and directions quickly and accurately.
• Detect changes in eye/skin coloration indicating patient condition.
• Negotiate with customers regarding additional services, e.g., return transport.
• Meet and communicate with customers and staff to ensure service needs are met; report to Operations and Account Managers.
• Participate in community programs to maintain company image and foster community relations.

Qualifications

• Minimum age 18 years.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Unencumbered California Paramedic license.
• Ambulance Driver’s License.
• Medical Examiner’s Card.
• 3–5 years ALS experience as a field paramedic.
• Current CCRTC/IBSC Critical Care Paramedic Certification (CCP‑C) or obtain within a reasonable time from hire; individuals with CCEMT‑P must obtain CCP‑C per CA EMSA Title 22.
• Completion of an approved CA Critical Care Paramedic course within a reasonable time from hire.
• California State Driver’s License with acceptable driving record.
• ACLS, PALS, BLS provider cards.
• NRP provider or obtain within 6 months of hire.
• PHTLS provider with advanced trauma skills pack or obtain within 6 months; other advanced trauma certifications meeting CAMTS acceptable.
• Pass a Physical Agility Test (PAT).
• Other certifications/training required by local agencies.
• Completion of EMS Agency‑approved provider training and orientation for ALS and/or CCP scope of practice.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work cooperatively with other employees and medical agencies.
• Ability to read and interpret required documents and write reports.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits include medical, vision, dental, 401(k), disability, FSA, HSA, EAP, vacation, and paid time off. See the career site benefits page for details.

Pay

$43.33 – $58.59 per hour (applies to a 12‑hour shift). Night and weekend differential pay included.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.