Fire Service Paramedic (General)

City of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Hybrid/Defined Benefit Plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

The City of Philadelphia’s Fire Department is hiring paramedic-certified candidates for advanced life support and field paramedical work. You will respond to emergency calls, stabilize patients, and transport them to medical facilities while coordinating with fire, police, and the public.

This full-time role requires PA paramedic certification, a valid PA driver’s license, and the ability to work rotating shifts under supervision.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• State Paramedic certification.
• PA Paramedic certification and PA driver’s license.
• Ability to perform duties with physical readiness.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and provide medical assistance with emphasis on patient stabilization.
• Cooperate with fire and police authorities and communicate with the public to comfort patients and families.
• Follow standard paramedical practices and established drug therapy protocols.
• Perform duties while on rotating shifts, often in adverse weather or physically demanding conditions.
• Work under the general supervision of an administrative or technical fire officer.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paramedic certification (state)

Pennsylvania Paramedic certification

Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license

Job description

Overview

The Philadelphia Fire Department is hiring paramedic certified candidates for advanced life support and field paramedical work. The role involves responding to emergency calls, providing medical assistance with emphasis on patient stabilization, and transporting patients safely to medical facilities while coordinating with fire, police, and the general public.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls and provide medical assistance with emphasis on patient stabilization.
• Cooperate with fire and police authorities and communicate with the public to comfort patients and families.
• Follow standard paramedical practices and established drug therapy protocols.
• Perform duties while on rotating shifts, often in adverse weather or physically demanding conditions.
• Work under the general supervision of an administrative or technical fire officer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid state certification as a Paramedic in any state.
• Possession of a Pennsylvania State certification as a Paramedic and a valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Ability to perform duties with physical readiness; entry level does not require prior experience.

Physical and Medical Requirements

Ability to physically perform the duties and work in the environmental conditions required of a Fire Service Paramedic.

Licenses & Certifications

Possession of a Pennsylvania state license as a Paramedic prior to appointment and during tenure, and a valid proper class motor vehicle operator’s license issued by Pennsylvania.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription services
• Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Hybrid Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Plan, Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistant Program, Wellbeing platform and programs
• 13 paid holidays, Paid sick leave, Paid personal days, 8 weeks paid parental leave, Paid vacation days
• Backup Child and Adult Care, Retiree Health Benefits, Qualified Student Loan Forgiveness Employer, Tuition Discounts for City Employees

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. The City commits to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodation for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons.

For inquiries, contact Office of Human Resources at 215-686-0880 or [e-mail].