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Basic Life Support Jobs in Denver, CO (NOW HIRING)

Extracorporeal Life Support Lead

Aurora, CO · On-site

$44.33 - $66.50/hr

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider Certifications. Minimum Experience: 1 year relevant extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO ...

Extracorporeal Life Support Lead

Aurora, CO · On-site

$44.33 - $66.50/hr

Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider Certifications. Minimum Experience: 1 year relevant extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO ...

Extracorporeal Life Support Lead

Aurora, CO · On-site

$44.33 - $66.50/hr

Leads team members of the extracorporeal life support (ECLS) and extracorporeal membrane ... Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage ...

Extracorporeal Life Support Lead

Aurora, CO · On-site

$44.33 - $66.50/hr

Leads team members of the extracorporeal life support (ECLS) and extracorporeal membrane ... Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage ...

Athletic Trainer

Parker, CO · On-site

$35 - $35.02/hr

Required Basic Life Support (American Heart Association) Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training: * Minimum 1 year of Athletic Training experience. * Must be willing and able to ...

Community Life Coach

Englewood, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $23/hr

Benefits: (30 hours or more per week) We support the whole person and have designed our benefits ... Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance * Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition ...

Benefits: (30 hours or more per week) We support the whole person and have designed our benefits ... Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance * Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition ...

Community Life Coach

Englewood, CO · On-site

$19.50 - $23/hr

Benefits: (30 hours or more per week) We support the whole person and have designed our benefits ... Basic Life, AD&D, STD, and LTD insurance * Work/Life Balance: Paid Time Off (PTO), Tuition ...

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How much do basic life support jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for basic life support in Denver, CO is $19.14, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.82 and $21.01 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What skills and qualifications are needed for basic life support?

To thrive in a Basic Life Support (BLS) role, you need thorough knowledge of emergency response protocols, CPR, and the ability to assist in stabilizing patients, usually validated by a valid BLS certification from the American Heart Association or equivalent. Familiarity with medical emergency equipment such as AEDs and resuscitation tools is critical. Strong teamwork, quick decision-making, and effective communication skills make candidates stand out in this high-pressure environment. These competencies are essential to provide rapid, coordinated, and life-saving care during medical emergencies.

What is basic life support?

A Basic Life Support (BLS) job involves providing emergency medical care to individuals experiencing life-threatening situations, such as cardiac arrest, choking, or respiratory distress. Professionals in this role, including EMTs, paramedics, and healthcare providers, use skills like CPR, AED operation, and airway management to stabilize patients until advanced medical help arrives. BLS providers often work in ambulances, hospitals, or public safety agencies. Certification in BLS is typically required and involves hands-on training in life-saving techniques.

What situations does a basic life support professional respond to, and what does a typical shift look like?

Basic Life Support professionals commonly respond to medical emergencies such as cardiac arrests, respiratory distress, choking incidents, and trauma. During a typical shift, you'll work closely with first responders, nurses, and other healthcare staff to assess patients, provide initial intervention, and ensure safe patient transport if needed. Shifts may vary and often involve a combination of readiness for emergency calls, routine equipment checks, and ongoing skills training. The work environment is dynamic and fast-paced, requiring the ability to quickly adapt and maintain composure under stress.

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Infographic showing various Basic Life Support job openings in Denver, CO as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $39,803 per year, or $19.1 per hour.

Extracorporeal Life Support Lead

UCHealth Colorado Career

Aurora, CO • On-site

$44.33 - $66.50/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


UCHealth (Colorado) rating

7.4

Company rating: 7.4 out of 10

Based on 452 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

265th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Description

Location: UCHealth Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, US:CO: Aurora

Department: ECMO Program

Work Schedule: PRN, 0.00 hours per pay period (2 weeks)  

Shift: Flex 

Pay: 44.33 - 66.50 / hour. Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience

This position is an onsite role and does not offer a hybrid or remote option

Summary:

Leads team members of the extracorporeal life support (ECLS) and extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) team by demonstrating and providing advanced knowledge of job responsibilities. 

Responsibilities:

  • Assembles, primes and inspects ECLS and ECMO systems. 
  • Initiates and troubleshoots ECLS and ECMO systems. 
  • Provides mentoring, monitoring and coaching of ECMO and ECLS team members. Performs the underlying services as needed. 
  • Assists with coordinating services, prioritizing assignments and workflow, and promoting situational decision-making/problem solving. 
  • Within scope of job, requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment and take appropriate action.

Requirements:

  • Education: Bachelor's Degree in nursing or related health sciences. Preferred: Master's Degree in nursing or related graduate education. 

    Licensure/Certification: Certified Clinical Perfusionist (CCP) or State licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Respiratory Therapist (RRT), as appropriate to training. Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Healthcare Provider Certifications. 

    Minimum Experience: 1 year relevant extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO) experience. 

  • BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Employees are our number one asset.

UCHealth promotes a culture that invests in professional success and personal well-being through a comprehensive total rewards program. *

Recognition

  • Performance bonus: UCHealth offers a 3-Year Incentive Bonus to recognize employee contributions to our success in quality, patient experience, organizational growth, financial goals and tenure. The bonus accumulates annually each October and is paid out in October during the third year of employment.
  • Performance-based pay increase: The Annual Merit Pay Increase recognizes work performance that meets or consistently exceeds performance standards documented through UCHealth's established evaluation process and accounts for increased experience, skills and cost of living. 
  • Market reviews: All UCHealth positions are reviewed annually to ensure UCHealth base pay aligns with market standards. Base pay rates are adjusted as needed to stay market competitive. 

Health and well-being

  • Medical, dental and vision coverage.
  • Access to 24/7 mental health and well-being support for employees and dependents.
  • Discounted gym memberships and fitness resources.
  • Free Care.com membership.
  • Voluntary benefits such as accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal plan, identity theft protection, pet insurance, auto and home insurance, and employee discount programs.
  • Time away from work: Paid time off (PTO), paid family and medical leave (inclusive of Colorado FAMLI), leaves of absence.
  • Employer-provided basic life and accidental death and dismemberment coverage with buy-up coverage options.
  • Employer-provided short-term disability and long-term disability with a buy-up coverage option.

Retirement and savings

  • 403(b) plan with employer matching contribution.
  • Additional 457(b) plan may be available.
  • Flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent day care; health savings account available when enrolled in high-deductible (HD) medical plan.

Education and career growth

  • UCHealth provides access to academic degrees and certificate programs to promote professional and personal growth.
    • Up to 100% of tuition, books and fees paid for by UCHealth for specific educational degrees. 
    • Other programs may qualify for up to 10,000/year pre-paid by UCHealth or up to 5,250/year in the form of tuition reimbursement. 
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning, which offers thousands of virtual courses and seminars, and internal professional development opportunities. 
  • Employees have access to free assistance navigating the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program and submitting their federal student loans for forgiveness.

*Eligibility for some programs is based on an employee's scheduled work hours. 

We improve lives. In big ways through learning, healing, and discovery. In small, personal ways through human connection. But in all ways, we improve lives. 

UCHealth always welcomes talent. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and until a top applicant is identified.

UCHealth recognizes and appreciates the rich array of talents and perspectives that equal employment and diversity can offer our institution. As an equal opportunity employer, UCHealth is committed to making all employment decisions based on valid requirements. No applicant shall be discriminated against in any terms, conditions or privileges of employment or otherwise be discriminated against because of the individual's race, color, national origin, language, culture, ethnicity, age, religion, sex, disability, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, socioeconomic status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state, or local law. UCHealth does not discriminate against any qualified applicant with a disability as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when the do not impose an undue hardship on the organization.

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