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Hospital Paramedic

Tahlequah, OK · On-site

Overview Provides paramedic level emergency medical care to patients at the scene, in transport, and at the hospital. Transports patients from the scene to the hospital or from one facility to ...

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How much do hospital paramedic jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital 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 a hospital paramedic?

Hospital paramedics are highly trained emergency medical professionals who provide advanced medical care to patients within hospital settings. Unlike traditional paramedics who work primarily in the field, hospital paramedics assist with patient care in emergency departments, critical care units, and other clinical areas. Their responsibilities may include performing advanced life support procedures, assisting with patient assessments, starting IV lines, administering medications, and supporting physicians and nurses during emergencies. They play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes by bridging pre-hospital and in-hospital care.

What does a hospital paramedic do?

As a hospital paramedic, your responsibilities place you just under the top position in the emergency medical chain of command. You authorize other paramedics to perform emergency health care, supervise EMTs, and administer medications. When a patient needs immediate medical attention, you are in charge of the hospital’s response and treatment of that patient. Usually, you arrive in an ambulance with other EMTs as you supervise life support efforts from CPR to intravenous medication and defibrillators. Hospital paramedics are responsible for the safe transportation and care of a patient before arriving at the emergency care facility.

How does a hospital paramedic's role differ from that of a field paramedic, and what unique challenges should I expect in a hospital setting?

Hospital paramedics often focus on providing advanced clinical support within emergency departments or critical care areas, where they work closely with physicians and nurses. Unlike field paramedics, who operate in unpredictable environments, hospital paramedics encounter more structured workflows but are expected to handle a higher patient volume, assist with complex procedures, and manage rapidly changing patient conditions. Collaboration and clear communication with multidisciplinary teams are essential, and you may be tasked with assisting in resuscitations, administering medications, and supporting patient transfers. Adapting to hospital protocols and maintaining up-to-date clinical competencies are important for success in this role.

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

To thrive as a Hospital Paramedic, you need advanced knowledge of emergency medical procedures, patient assessment, and a valid paramedic license—often with additional certifications like ACLS or PALS. Familiarity with hospital information systems, defibrillators, and advanced airway management tools is typically required. Strong communication, composure under pressure, and teamwork are essential soft skills for effectively managing critical patient care. These skills ensure rapid, accurate interventions and seamless collaboration with healthcare teams in high-stakes hospital environments.

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

AspectHospital ParamedicEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
CertificationsAdvanced EMT or Paramedic licenseBasic EMT certification
Work EnvironmentHospitals, emergency scenes, ambulancesPre-hospital emergency scenes, ambulances
Job ResponsibilitiesAdvanced patient care, medication administration, invasive proceduresBasic life support, patient stabilization, CPR
Industry UsageEmergency medical services, hospitalsPre-hospital emergency response

Hospital Paramedics and EMTs both provide emergency medical care, but Hospital Paramedics have advanced training, allowing them to perform more complex procedures. They often work in hospitals and on ambulances, whereas EMTs focus on basic life support in pre-hospital settings. The roles are complementary within emergency medical services, with Hospital Paramedics handling more advanced patient interventions.

Can you work as a hospital paramedic?

Hospital paramedics, often called emergency medical technicians (EMTs) or pre-hospital providers, typically do not work directly inside hospitals but provide emergency care in the field. However, some paramedics may transition to roles within hospital emergency departments or transport teams, requiring additional certifications and training. The primary role of a hospital-based emergency medical professional is usually as a hospital-based technician or nurse, rather than a paramedic, but roles vary by facility and region.
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Infographic showing various Hospital Paramedic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 3% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 7% Contract. Highlights an 97% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,832 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Pre Hospital Paramedic

Frisbie Memorial Hospital

Rochester, NH • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) Pre Hospital Paramedic you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Frisbie Memorial Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Paramedic responds to medical emergencies and provides advanced critical care during the transport to the hospital. As the first healthcare provider at the scene, the Paramedic partners with firefighters and police in evaluating the situation. The Paramedic offers basic and advanced life saving support, administers treatments, and directs EMTs in delivering patient care consistent with training and level of certification.

What you will do in this role:

  • Operate emergency medical vehicle and responds to calls for aid in emergent situations.
  • Evaluate patient condition to establish the right course of treatment.
  • Provide a variety of emergency medical treatment to injured, sick, or incapacitated persons.
  • Perform invasive procedures under adverse conditions.
  • Manage non-medical situations such as crowd control and protecting the valuables of a patient if necessary.
  • Lift and transport patients, ensuring patients remain stable during transport.
  • Communicate patient data and condition to professional medical personnel at emergency treatment facility.
What qualifications you will need:
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Spt must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • Nonviolent Crisis Intervention must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
  • PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
  • Clear Driving Record
  • (NRP) Nationally Registered Paramedic
  • Vocational School Graduate
  • New Hampshire Paramedic license required
Benefits

Frisbie Memorial Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Frisbie Memorial Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1919. We give patient's access to trained physicians, advanced technology and innovative approaches. Our 110+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities in Southern New Hampshire. Frisbie Memorial Hospital earned high performing ratings for COPD in recognition of exceptional care by the U.S. News & World Report. Frisbie Memorial has been recognized as a Center of Distinction for its Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine for the eight consecutive years. We have been named a Screening Center of Excellence by the American College of Radiology (ACR).

At Frisbie Memorial Hospital, our care like family culture extends to our patients, our people and our community. We are committed to each other because when we join together, our patients are cared for in the safest and most compassionate way.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Pre Hospital Paramedic opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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