SkillBridge Paramedic - Pacific Region - Located in San Diego, CA

American Medical Response; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Response is offering an opportunity in San Diego, CA for a Paramedic Military Fellowship, specifically for active-duty military members. This program allows Service Members to gain valuable civilian experience through training in the medical response industry.

The role involves delivering advanced patient care and requires certifications in CPR and Paramedicine. Responsibilities include assessing emergency situations, utilizing medical equipment, and leading a Paramedic team. Applicants must have a high school diploma and meet SkillBridge program qualifications.

Qualifications

• Current Active-Duty Service Member.
• Available to participate for 90 days.
• Obtain approval from your unit commander.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action.
• Utilize medical equipment including defibrillator and EKG monitor.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones about their care.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and manage the scene if necessary.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate professionally with all allied health and public safety personnel.

Skills

Active-Duty Service Member

CPR Certification

National or State PARAMEDIC Certification

PALS Certification

PHTLS or ITLS Certification

Driving Record Compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

Job description

Located in San Diego, CA

Paramedic Military Fellowship

This opportunity is available to those who are located in our Pacific Region: WA, OR, CA, AK, HI

MUST BE ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY TO QUALIFY

Not active-duty military? You can view related open roles here:

• Paramedic/Flight Paramedic: Paramedic Careers

Global Medical Response (GMR) is proud to be an authorized provider of the DOD SkillBridge program, offering Service Members the opportunity to gain valuable civilian work experience in the medical response industry through training and internships.

Under the SkillBridge program, GMR hosts active-duty U.S. Military members for skilled employment training during the final six months of their active-duty obligated service. The SkillBridge Program with GMR will run for up to 180 days.

We’re hiring Paramedics for our DOD SkillBridge Program that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

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 GMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Current Active-Duty Service Member
• Meets DoD SkillBridge Qualifications
• Available to participate 90-days.
• Obtain approval from your unit commander and agree that participation in SkillBridge can be terminated at any time by the Service if mission requirements dictate.
• Work remotely in the continental US
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Driver’s License
• National or State PARAMEDIC Certification (as Applicable)
• CPR Certification
• PALS Certification
• PHTLS or ITLS Certification
• Pass Physical Ability Test
• Driving Record in Compliance with Company Policy