paramedic

Apex Medical Transport Llc; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Signing bonus

Job summary

Apex Medical Transport Llc in McLean, Virginia, is seeking a Clinical Director / Lead Paramedic to oversee clinical operations and ensure compliance with Virginia EMS regulations. The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of paramedic experience with leadership responsibilities and possess strong decision-making skills. Responsibilities include leading a structured Field Training Officer program, improving quality assurance, and training staff. A competitive salary, health insurance, and performance bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of paramedic experience, with leadership responsibility.
• Proven experience in FTO, QA/QI, or clinical supervision.
• Strong knowledge of EMS systems, compliance, and documentation standards.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all clinical operations and patient care standards.
• Design and lead a structured Field Training Officer (FTO) program.
• Lead QA/QI programs and ensure continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Decision-making

Compliance

Education

Active Paramedic Certification (Virginia or eligible for reciprocity)

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Signing bonus

Apex Ambulance Service is a rapidly growing emergency transportation provider focused on clinical excellence, and strong hospital partnerships. We are building a best-in‑class EMS organization and are seeking a high‑level clinical leader to help shape our future. This is not a standard field position. We are seeking a Clinical Director / Lead Paramedic who will take ownership of clinical operations, training infrastructure, and quality performance across the organization.

You will play a key role in:

• Building and leading a high‑performance FTO program
• Standardizing clinical excellence across all crews
• Acting as the bridge between field operations and hospital partners
• Driving quality, compliance, and growth initiatives

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all clinical operations and patient care standards
• Design and lead a structured Field Training Officer (FTO) program
• Implement and maintain evidence‑based clinical protocols
• Lead QA/QI programs and ensure continuous improvement
• Review ePCR reports and provide actionable feedback
• Train, mentor, and develop EMTs, Paramedics, and FTOs
• Ensure full compliance with Virginia EMS regulations and inspections
• Support executive leadership in scaling operations and service quality
• Participate in strategic hiring and workforce development

Required Qualifications

• Active Paramedic Certification (Virginia or eligible for reciprocity)
• 3+ years of paramedic experience, with leadership responsibility
• Proven experience in FTO, QA/QI, or clinical supervision
• Strong knowledge of EMS systems, compliance, and documentation standards
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision‑making skills
• Experience working with hospital systems or IFT operations

Preferred (High‑Value) Qualifications

• Previous Clinical Director, EMS Supervisor, or Operations Leadership role
• Instructor certifications (ACLS, PALS, CPR Instructor)
• Experience building or scaling an EMS or transport program
• Familiarity with ESO or hospital discharge platforms (strong plus)