Lead Paramedic — EMS Leader & Field Ops Mentor

AMR; Shepherd (MT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Medical Response (GMR) seeks a Lead Paramedic Basic to provide frontline emergency medical care and direct leadership of paramedic and EMT personnel. You will coordinate daily field operations, offer clinical guidance, and mentor staff while ensuring safety and policy compliance across shifts.

You will monitor calls, support field crews, and ensure high-quality patient care while maintaining documentation and coordination with hospitals and dispatch centers.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of Paramedic experience.
• Some leadership experience preferred.
• State Paramedic Certification.
• State Driver’s License with driving record in compliance with GMR policies.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, BTLS/PHTLS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform the required daily functions of a Paramedic Basic and be readily available to assist field personnel.
• Monitor and support field staff in their tasks and objectives.
• Assess each call to determine the best action and make/approve medical decisions.
• Liaise between field staff, management, centers, facilities, and patient families.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel to ensure quality patient care.
• Monitor system status and pre-assign/divert crews for optimal efficiency during calls.
• Oversee serviceability of units and proper deployment of field staff; ensure cleanliness.
• Maintain thorough records of issued equipment and ensure return after shifts.
• Assist road crews with PCR transmission and adherence to GMR protocols.

Skills

Leadership

Decision making

Listening

Written & verbal communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Advanced education preferred

Job description

Global Medical Response (GMR) seeks a Lead Paramedic Basic to provide frontline emergency medical care and direct leadership of paramedic and EMT personnel. You will coordinate daily field operations, offer clinical guidance, and mentor staff while ensuring safety and policy compliance across shifts.

You will monitor calls, support field crews, and ensure high-quality patient care while maintaining documentation and coordination with hospitals and dispatch centers.