Paramedic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Longmont (CO); On-site; USD 17,424 - 27,580; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits including medical, vision, and dental

401k and paid time off

Job summary

The Rural Metro Fire Department is hiring Paramedics in Longmont, Colorado, offering a competitive starting salary of $57,408 per year.

This role involves assessing emergency call situations, providing advanced medical care, and leading paramedic teams in urgent response scenarios, with a shift schedule of 48 hours on and 96 hours off.

Join a dedicated team in delivering compassionate medical services and enjoy a range of benefits including medical, vision, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required.
• Colorado Paramedic License is a must.
• Valid State Driver’s License needed.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action.
• Utilize Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures.
• Communicate with patients for reassurance and information.

Skills

Paramedic protocols

Communication skills

Advanced medical care

Education

High school diploma or GED

Colorado Paramedic License

BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG monitor

Intravenous fluids

Job description

PARAMEDIC

Starting at $57,408.00/ year with credit given for experience

We’re hiringParamedics who are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

This position works a 48 hours on/96 hours off shift schedule.

Responsibilities:

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Colorado Paramedic License
• Valid State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Why Choose AMR? AMR is one of Global Medical Response’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors— keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable— unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

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.

Hourly Range: $17.24 - $27.58

Anticipated Job Posting Close Date: September 15th, 2026

Benefits: Check out our careers site benefits page to learn about our comprehensive benefits options that include medical, vision, dental, 401k, disability, FSA, HSA, vacation, and paid time off.

Bonus: This position is not eligible for a sign-on bonus.