Paramedic

MaineHealth; Maine; On-site; USD 35,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Job summary

The Paramedic role at MaineHealth Emergency Medical Services in Northport, ME provides basic and advanced life support during emergency pre-hospital and interfacility transfer care. It requires Paramedic certification, state license, and a valid driver's license, with rotating shifts including 16-hour and 24-hour patterns.

Offered benefits include a $10,000 sign-on bonus, comprehensive MaineHealth benefits, and opportunities for professional development and growth within a supportive team

Qualifications

• Paramedic course completion is required.
• Current state Paramedic license is required.
• Valid Driver’s License required.
• BLS and PIFT certifications required or to be obtained within six months of start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and advanced life support during emergency pre-hospital care.
• Perform interfacility transfer care as indicated by protocols.
• Collaborate with EMS teams to stabilize patients and transport safely.

Skills

BLS Certification

PIFT Certification

Valid Driver’s License

Education

Paramedic Course

Paramedic License (State)

Job description

Location: Rockport, ME
Schedule: Full Time
Shift: Varies
Job Category: Nursing/Clinical Support
Req #: 85382
Date Posted: Oct 16, 2026

MaineHealth Corporate | Emergency Medical Services
Northport, ME Base
Full-Time, Rotating Shifts | 16-Hour Shifts (3P - 7A) and 24-Hour Shifts (7A - 7A)
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 85382

*$10,000 Sign-On Bonus*
*current MaineHealth Employees are not eligible*
*returning employees must be separated from MaineHealth for at least six months*

Description

Summary:

The Paramedic role provides both basic and advanced life support during emergency pre-hospital and interfacility transfer care to patients when indicated by the patient’s injury or illness in accordance with state and local protocols.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Education: Completion of Paramedic Course required.
• License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Paramedic required. Valid Driver’s License required. Current BLS certification required. PIFT Certification required within six months of start date. Locations in New Hampshire require a NH Paramedic License with a National Registry Paramedic License.
• Experience: One year of relevant experience preferred.
• Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
• Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information:

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization.Any offer of employmentwill depend onqualificationssuch asskills, relevant experience, education, certifications,and otherjob-relatedfactors. Thebase rangeis an estimate and does notreflect the full valueofourtotal compensationpackage.

The pay range for this position is $25.24to $34.16 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions isdeterminedon a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE).

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offerscomprehensivebenefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and,where applicable,shiftdifferentials or other incentives.

Notice Regarding Maine Employer Surveillance Statute: Pursuant to Maine's Employer Surveillance Statute, prospective care team members are notified that MaineHealth may monitor, collect, record, review, or retain information related to the use of its systems, networks, applications, files, data, communications platforms (including notified recordings), smart badges, building access, company vehicle GPS data, business calls, and workplace security cameras.

Information collected may be used for legitimate business purposes, including security, safety, compliance, investigations, training, quality assurance, and operational management.

MaineHealth policy requires all care team members to be vaccinated, including for influenza, subject to eligibility for medical or religious exemptions which can only be granted in compliance with applicable law.