Paramedic Basic

American Medical Response; Compton (CA); On-site; USD 30,844 - 34,412; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401k

Vacation and paid time off

Job summary

American Medical Response is hiring full-time Paramedics in Compton, CA. You will provide compassionate care and must possess both basic and advanced medical skills. Responsibilities include driving the ambulance on 911 responses, leading teams, and communicating effectively with patients.

Applicants should have a high school diploma, a State of California Paramedic License, and various necessary certifications. The position offers a salary range of $22.39 - $24.98 per hour, alongside comprehensive company benefits.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid California Driver's License.
• Required to upload all active documents on application.
• Must have a clean driving record in compliance with safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action.
• Utilize Paramedic skills with medical equipment.
• Communicate with patients to provide information and assurance.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Work collaboratively with public safety personnel.

Skills

Advanced medical care

Communication with patients

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

State of California Paramedic License

CPR Card (AHA ONLY, Health Care Provider)

ACLS Card (AHA ONLY)

PALS Card (AHA ONLY) or PEPP

Ambulance Driver’s License

Job description

Paramedic (Full‑Time)

Internal applicants must only apply through OKTA on the internal company portal.

We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high‑quality service and basic, as well as advanced, patient care to our customers.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO UPLOAD ALL ACTIVE DOCUMENTS YOU CURRENTLY HAVE ON YOUR APPLICATION OR YOU WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED AT THIS TIME. SEE BELOW.

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.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Education/Licensing/Certification:
• 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. Hand written cards are not acceptable)
• 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 (proof required if conditional employment is made).
• ICS courses
• IS-100B (ICS 100)
• IS-200B (ICS 200)
• IS-700A (NIMS)
• IS-800B (NIMS)

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.

More Information About This Job

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

Salary Range: $22.39 - $24.98 DOE (This rate applies to a 12 and 24 hour shift.)