Lead Paramedic - Full-Time EMS Hero

AMR; Garden Grove (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Disability Insurance

FSA

HSA

EAP

Vacation

Paid Time Off

Job summary

AMR in Garden Grove, CA seeks Paramedics committed to compassionate, high‑quality patient care using basic and advanced medical skills. The role is full‑time and requires CA Paramedic licensure, CPR/ACLS/PALS/PEPP, and a clean driving record. Internal applicants must apply through the designated portal.

You will assess calls, operate defibrillators and monitors, communicate with patients, lead the team when needed, and drive for 911 responses while coordinating with public safety colleagues.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• California Driver's License and Ambulance Driver’s License are required.
• Medical Examiner’s Card and State Paramedic License are required.
• CPR, ACLS and PALS/PEPP certifications are required.
• Clean driving record per AMR safety policy; ICS/NIMS training is expected.
• ICS courses (IS-100B, IS-200B, IS-700A, IS-800B) are required.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine best course of action with paramedic protocols.
• Use defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, and IV fluids to provide care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and reassurance.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and manage the scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate professionally with allied health, public safety personnel and fellow Paramedics.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Ca Drivers’ License

Ambulance Driver’s License (from DMV)

Medical Examiner’s Card

State of California Paramedic License

CPR Card (AHA ONLY, Health Care Provider)

ACLS Card (AHA ONLY, hand written cards are not acceptable)

PALS Card (AHA ONLY, hand written cards are not acceptable) or PEPP

Driving record in compliance with McCormick/AMR Safety and Driving policy

ICS courses

IS-100B (ICS 100)

IS-200B (ICS 200)

IS-700A (NIMS)

IS-800B (NIMS)

Job description

AMR in Garden Grove, CA seeks Paramedics committed to compassionate, high‑quality patient care using basic and advanced medical skills. The role is full‑time and requires CA Paramedic licensure, CPR/ACLS/PALS/PEPP, and a clean driving record. Internal applicants must apply through the designated portal.

You will assess calls, operate defibrillators and monitors, communicate with patients, lead the team when needed, and drive for 911 responses while coordinating with public safety colleagues.