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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for diving medical technician in the United States is $45,043.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $48,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Diving Medical Technicians (DMTs) are specially trained medical professionals who provide emergency and routine medical care to divers, particularly in remote or offshore environments. They are skilled in treating diving-related illnesses, such as decompression sickness, and can perform advanced first aid, administer oxygen, and assist in hyperbaric treatments. DMTs often work alongside commercial diving teams and play a critical role in ensuring diver safety by monitoring health conditions and responding to emergencies.

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Diving Medical Technicians (DMTs) working offshore often encounter unique challenges, such as responding to medical emergencies in remote locations with limited resources. They must be prepared to handle decompression sickness, barotrauma, and other dive-related injuries, sometimes under high-pressure situations where quick decision-making is crucial. Additionally, DMTs frequently collaborate with dive supervisors, hyperbaric doctors, and other crew members to coordinate care and maintain safety protocols. Adaptability and strong communication skills are essential, as work schedules can be irregular and conditions unpredictable.

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To thrive as a Diving Medical Technician, you need a solid understanding of emergency medical procedures, diving physiology, and first aid, typically supported by certifications such as EMT or paramedic and specialized diving medical training. Familiarity with hyperbaric chambers, medical monitoring equipment, and dive computers is commonly required. Strong communication, problem-solving skills, and the ability to remain calm under pressure set outstanding candidates apart. These competencies ensure prompt, effective care for divers in high-risk environments, safeguarding health and operational safety.

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Paramedic

Fayetteville, NC • On-site

Spectrum Healthcare Resources
Health Care and Social Assistance • 1 - 5K employees

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Medical

Posted 15 days ago


Job description


Spectrum Healthcare Resources has a POTENTIAL opportunity for a civilian Paramedic at Pope Army Air Field in Fayettville, NC.
Job Requirements:
  • Degree/Education: Possess a High School Diploma, or equivalent.
  • Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support: 1. Current National EMT-P Certification (National Registry) or state license at the EMT-Paramedic level, or higher.
  • Qualifications: Designated Dive Medical Technician & inside tender, graduate of one of the following DoD formal courses: USMC Amphibious Reconnaissance Corpsman, US Army Dive Medical Technician course, or US navy Diving Medical Technician course currently CPR certification, EMT-P, or formally trained U.S. Military medic.
  • Training: Familiar and able to access medical data systems (MHS Genesis, ASIMS, AIMWTS, PEPP, & HAIMS). Experience with Medical Records review to include military diving and quality control (DD2807, DD2808, and DD2766C, Dental, PHA, and Pressure Test Verification).
  • Experience: Three (3) years of experience as Paramedic within the last five (5)
  • Board Certification: Successful completion of a CAAHEP- accredited Paramedic program (or a program that has been issued a CoAEMSP "Letter of Review") within the past two (2) years.

Core Duties:
1. Assess a patient's condition and determine a course of treatment per local protocol.
2. Provide triage for student(s) incapable to perform in training due to medical and musculoskeletal reasons. Triage will be used to determine:
- If student is stable refer all medical conditions to the base Flight Medicine Clinic.
- If student is stable with exclusively musculoskeletal condition refer to Athletic Trainers for assessment and reconditioning.
- If student is unstable will activate Emergency Management System (EMS) and arrange for transport to nearest emergency center.
3. Assigned to student flight for medical monitoring of all high-risk training event modules to provide medical coverage and monitoring that include aquatic and land-based training.
4. Respond, stabilize, and activate EMS in response to physical trauma, heat stroke, near drowning episodes or other emergencies.
5. Summarize nature of injury and emergency care rendered to the receiving EMS responders.
6. Inventory, replace, and clean all supplies and equipment after use.
7. Work with a multidisciplinary human performance team that includes other medical professionals to ensure the proper care and health monitoring of all students (i.e., physicians, sports medicine provider, athletic trainers, physical therapists, operational psychologists, strength coaches, etc.).
8. Coordinate with contracted or military medical director, government supervisor, preceptor and /or lead paramedic daily for proper medical oversight and direction in accordance with national and state EMT-P and Paramedic guidelines.
9. Keep accurate records of all injuries, method of treatment, rehabilitation, and medical releases. During normal operations, provide relevant information to SW medical staff to support the students' medical needs.
10. Work a non-standard schedule, extended hours, and/or rotating shifts which may include early mornings, evenings, nights, weekends, and/or holidays, but not to exceed 40 hours per week. The Contractor shall be flexible and may need to deviate from the typical work week schedule.
11. The work requires some physical exertion, such as walking over rough, uneven, or rocky surfaces as well as time spent outdoors in extreme temperatures and variable weather conditions. Work can require prolonged standing indoors or outdoors, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs. HCW is required to maintain strength, coordination, and stamina to manage and operate exercise and medical equipment. The HCWs physical conditioning must be sufficient to demonstrate and perform various exercise procedures and the ability to perform under stress, including lifting heavy weights potentially up to 100 lbs., squatting, sitting, running, jumping, bending, walking, crawling (low/high profile) for up to 25 meters, and prolonged standing. The position requires ability to move over, around, and through obstacles to a height of 10 feet, and up to 1.5 mile over rough terrain in extreme temperatures.
12. Visits or extended duties in these locations or sites are necessary to observe performance/events, to survey, to conduct planning, etcetera to ensure mission accomplishment. Some agility and strength may be required in executing medical coverage in these operational environments.
13. Work may require travel away from the normal duty station in order to support training requirements.
Position Highlights:
  • Excellent work-life balance
  • Supportive environment
  • Employee status with generous benefits package
  • Give back and care for our Nation's armed forces

Company Overview:
At Spectrum, we utilize over thirty-five years of experience providing optimal solutions for federal agencies that are both innovative and cost-effective. We hold ourselves to the highest standard to ensure successful outcomes for the facilities and healthcare professionals we serve. As a Joint Commission Certified Healthcare Resource, dependability and service are the driving forces of our mission.
Spectrum Healthcare Resources is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
EOE/AA/Disability/Vet
Location : Location
US-NC-Fayetteville
Recruiter : Full Name: First Last
Lauren Larkin
Direct phone number
5714102088
Recruiter : Email
Lauren_Larkin@spectrumhealth.com

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About Spectrum Healthcare Resources

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Spectrum is a leading organization that provides program management and physician and clinical staffing services to United States Military Treatment Facilities, VA Clinics and Federal Agencies. We are dedicated to the markets we serve, leading our organization’s experience for almost three decades.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Saint Louis, MO, US

Year founded

1988

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