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We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Contract Paramedics to join our team for a 13-week assignment. This role involves providing advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care and interfacility ...

Paramedic Wheaton

Wheaton, IL · On-site

$24.14/hr

Overview Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Services ... We contract with local municipalities to provide Emergency Medical Services, Rescue and/or Fire ...

Overview Metro Paramedic Services, Inc. is a subsidiary of Superior Air-Ground Ambulance Services ... We contract with local municipalities to provide Emergency Medical Services, Rescue and/or Fire ...

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How much do contract paramedic jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract paramedic in the United States is $26.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $29.33 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Paramedic vs Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?

AspectContract ParamedicEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
CertificationsParamedic license, advanced certificationsEMT certification, basic life support
Work EnvironmentAmbulance services, hospitals, event coverageAmbulance, emergency scenes, clinics
Employer & IndustryEMS agencies, hospitals, private servicesEMS agencies, fire departments, clinics

Contract Paramedics have advanced training and certifications, allowing them to perform more complex medical procedures compared to EMTs. EMTs provide basic emergency care and support. Both roles are vital in emergency medical services, but Contract Paramedics typically handle more advanced patient care in similar environments.

What Does a Contract Paramedic Do?

A contract paramedic is a licensed professional who usually works in different areas to treat and transport emergency patients. They work a temporary contract job, moving from assignment to assignment. Common duties and responsibilities of a contract paramedic include assessing a patient’s condition, providing life support or first aid care to people with severe illnesses and injuries, and getting patients to the hospital as quickly as possible, particularly after an emergency. Individuals in this position also replace, clean, and take inventory of equipment and supplies, and they document their care of patients.

What are contract paramedics?

Contract paramedics are emergency medical professionals who work on a contractual basis rather than as full-time employees for a single organization. They are often hired by private companies, government agencies, event organizers, or disaster response teams to provide medical care in various settings, such as remote locations, large public events, or during emergencies. Contract paramedics must maintain the same certifications and skills as traditional paramedics, but their work arrangements offer more flexibility and variety in assignments. This role can involve travel and adapting to different environments, and may offer higher pay or unique benefits compared to standard paramedic positions.

What are some unique challenges contract paramedics face compared to permanent staff, and how can they prepare for these?

Contract paramedics often need to quickly adapt to new teams, protocols, and environments, as they may be assigned to different locations or agencies on short notice. This can present challenges in building rapport with colleagues and staying updated on varying procedures. To succeed, contract paramedics should develop strong communication skills, maintain flexibility, and proactively familiarize themselves with local protocols and equipment. Networking with other contract staff and seeking feedback can also help ease transitions and ensure high-quality patient care.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Paramedic, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Paramedic, you need advanced emergency medical knowledge, practical field experience, and current paramedic certification such as NREMT-P or state licensure. Familiarity with ambulance equipment, electronic patient care reporting systems, and potentially specialized certifications like ACLS or PHTLS is typically required. Strong decision-making, adaptability, and effective communication are vital soft skills for handling unpredictable and high-pressure situations. These skills and qualifications ensure rapid, effective patient care and maintain safety and compliance in diverse and often challenging environments.
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Infographic showing various Contract Paramedic job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 8% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 84% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,832 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

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Job description

We are seeking highly skilled and motivated Contract Paramedics to join our team for a 13-week assignment. This role involves providing advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care and interfacility transport (IFT) services, depending on assignment needs. Candidates must be adaptable, professional, and ready to work in dynamic environments. Reliable personal transportation is required for commuting to Indiana and from the apartment to station.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

  1. At least 1 year of paramedic experience.

  2. Valid, current state or NR Paramedic certification. 

  3. Valid current Drivers License. Has no more than 2 accidents &/or moving violations in the last 3 yrs. 

  4. In general, no criminal record in which the individual received a verdict of other than non guilty in a criminal proceeding. However, specific factors, including but not necessarily limited to how recent the criminal proceeding, the nature of the criminal act, and other factors will be utilized by Administration in determining relevance and overall impact on the individual’s suitability for initial or continued employment. 

  5.  Must be at least 21 years of age. 

  6.  NIMS Certifications and Hazmat Training 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred. Emergency medical technician training and certification required. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS: 

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. 

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: 

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. 

REASONING ABILITY: 

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: 

All copies must be clear and legible. 

Driver’s License 

Each state issues individual Driver’s Licenses. Some states require certain endorsements to legally drive an ambulance. If required, these endorsements must be present on the license. Assure that the license’s expiration date has not passed and all information on the license is legible. 

State EMS 

Certification 

A clear legible copy of a state issued wallet card (front & back) or certificate is acceptable. Assure that the document is valid by checking the expiration date in addition to any resources provided by the issuing department or agency. 

Emergency Vehicle 

Operations Course 

(EVOC) 

A legible copy of an EVOC completion certificate or an equivalent is acceptable. Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator-Ambulance (CEVO) as well as Defensive Drive 4 (DDC4)is an accepted equivalent. 

Hazmat “Awareness 

Level” training 

A course completion certificate that specifically states Hazardous Materials (HAZMAT) “Awareness Level” training. Equivalent to OSHA 1910.120(q)(6)(i) or EPA 40 CFR 311. 

Hepatitis B 

Vaccination 

A copy of documentation that the series has been completed or a copy of a signed declination waiver of liability is acceptable. 

IS-100.b 

Introduction to Incident Command System (earlier versions accepted) 

IS-200.b 

ICS for Single Resources and Intiail Action Incidents (recommended but not required) (earlier versions accepted) 

IS-700.a 

National Incident Management System, an Introduction (earlier versions accepted) 

IS-800.b 

National Response Framework (NRF), An Introduction Version IS-800.a is no longer accepted 

FEMA EMI at: http://training.fema.gov/IS/crslist.asp 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  1. Safe and efficient operation of ambulances and other company equipment. 

  2. Basic life support treatment and transportation of sick and injured persons. 

  3. Providing emergency medical treatment, while not exceeding the level of skill, training and certification of the individual employee. 

  4. Full compliance with all applicable state, local, and federal regulations and laws, pertaining to but not limited to protocols, standards of care, motor vehicle operations, and patient rights. 

  5. Observes patient, records significant conditions and treatments rendered. 

  6. Takes temperature, pulse, blood pressure, and other vital signs to detect deviations from normal and assess condition of patient. 

  7. Prepares inventories and stocks supplies and inspects equipment for proper operation. 

  8. Cleans and disinfects interior of ambulance. Cleans and details exterior of ambulance. Cleaning and maintaining the cleanliness and proper stocking of the ambulance, company vehicles, equipment, office, lounge, and bathrooms. 

  9. Must be able to safely lift, transfer and maneuver patients in and out of ambulances, facilities, residences and other locations. 

  10. Must be able to effectively communicate with patients, family members, medical personnel, and the general public in verbal and written form. 

  11. Must have reliable transportation and must report to work punctually for all scheduled shifts and in proper uniform. 

  12. Maintaining a clean and complete uniform, personal hygiene, and professional, pleasant and polite demeanor to all persons with whom the individual comes in contact with while on duty. 

  13. Must be available, willing and able to work, when requested up to and including 60 minutes prior to the scheduled shift start time and may be dispatched an additional transport, if the employee is still on the clock up to and including their scheduled shift end time. Specific requirements are explained in the Procedure Manual. 

  14. Completing and maintaining accurate records and documentation with regard to transport, equipment inspection, supplies usage incidents and other forms of documentation inherent in the operation. 

  15. Promote the company, perform public relations when assigned, perform standby coverage at special events, deliver medical equipment and supplies when assigned, and other details when assigned. 

  16. Attending company meetings and educational sessions whenever possible. 

  17. Inspecting and promptly reporting damage, deficiencies, safety issues or other problems with ambulances, company vehicles, equipment and supplies, or any other matters relevant to the safe, efficient and proper operation of the company. Such reports are to be made immediately to Administration. 

  18. Reporting immediately to Administration in writing any change in the employee’s driving record status, certification status or any other change in circumstances or status which could affect the individual’s ability to effectively and safely perform the duties of the position or to otherwise qualify for the position held. 

  19. Reporting immediately to Administration in writing any change in the employee’s health status or physical status which could affect the individual’s ability to effectively safely perform the duties of the position, or to otherwise qualify for the position held.  

  20. Reporting immediately to Administration any change in information provided to the company on employment records or other company records. 

  21. In the interest of maintaining the highest level of quality patient care, safety, and efficiency of operation, it is the responsibility of each employee to report immediately to Administration any violation of the personnel policies or procedures. 

  22. Compliance with all provisions of the Employee Policies and Procedures Manual, as well as all other company rules, regulations, directives, or instructions from supervisors. 

  23. Must maintain strict confidentiality regarding all information pertaining to company policies, pricing, contract terms, trade secrets, competitive information, strategic information, patient date, forms, manuals, charts, employee data, or any other sensitive or confidential information obtained while employed by or pertaining to the company, it’s employees, business information, or patients. Due to the extremely sensitive nature of this position, this duty of strict confidentiality extends beyond the term of employment. 

  24. Supervised by and reports to Operations Management (including Shift Supervisors). 

  25. Other duties as assigned by Administration. 

HOURS: 

Hours may vary. 12 or 24 hour shifts depending on the need. 84 hours per week.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools. Or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stool, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to use a sense of smell. 

The employee must frequently lift transfer, maneuver, load and otherwise move clients and/or equipment weighing up to 125 pounds . Such maneuvers are often performed in surroundings which involve numerous steps, narrow pathways, and around obstacles, and often must be performed in a time efficient manner while still ensuring their own safety as well as the safety of the client, their partner, and any other individuals or objects in the area. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:   

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works in outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.