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How much do lateral paramedic firefighter jobs pay per week?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average weekly pay for lateral paramedic firefighter in the United States is $2,323.62, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $1,903.85 and $2,701.92 per week, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of shifts and work schedules can lateral paramedic firefighters expect?

Lateral Paramedic Firefighters typically work in rotating 24-hour shifts, followed by extended periods of time off, but schedules can vary based on the department's operational needs. You’ll be expected to respond to emergencies at any time during your shift, which may include nights, weekends, and holidays. Teamwork is vital, as you’ll operate closely with other firefighters and emergency medical personnel while adapting to the demands of unpredictable calls. Many departments value work-life balance efforts, but flexibility and resilience are important due to the demanding and often irregular schedules.

What is a lateral paramedic firefighter?

A Lateral Paramedic Firefighter is an experienced firefighter and paramedic who joins a new fire department without having to start at an entry-level position. These professionals typically have prior experience in fire suppression, emergency medical services, and rescue operations. They are hired based on their certifications, training, and years of service, allowing them to integrate quickly into their new department. Instead of undergoing a full recruit academy, they often complete a shorter orientation or training program. This role helps fire departments fill critical positions with skilled personnel who can immediately contribute to emergency response efforts.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lateral paramedic firefighter?

To thrive as a Lateral Paramedic Firefighter, you need advanced knowledge of emergency medical procedures, fire suppression techniques, and significant field experience as both a paramedic and firefighter. Required certifications typically include state or national paramedic credentials, Firefighter I/II certifications, and proficiency with EMS equipment, fire apparatus, and incident management systems. Strong interpersonal skills, teamwork, adaptability, and problem-solving are essential for excelling in high-pressure, unpredictable situations. These skills and qualifications are crucial for delivering effective emergency response and ensuring the safety of both the public and fellow team members.

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Firefighter Paramedic - Lateral Transfer

City Of Strongsville

Strongsville, OH • On-site

Other

Posted 3 days ago

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Job description

Firefighter/Paramedic

The City of Strongsville is looking for highly motivated and dedicated individuals with previous experience for an opportunity to be a Firefighter/Paramedic. Strongsville Fire and Emergency Services is an all-hazards emergency response agency staffed, trained, equipped, and ready to respond to emergency calls due to fires, motor vehicle accidents, medical and trauma emergencies, hazardous materials incidents, and technical rescue incidents. The Department performs many non-emergency functions such as: fire inspections and code enforcement, construction plan review, public education including fire safety, CPR and first aid training, and fire extinguisher training. The successful candidate will have a passion for public safety, a commitment to protecting lives and property, and a strong desire to serve and educate our residents and business community. The successful candidate will also embrace the four pillars of the Department: Professionalism, Competence, Compassion, and Pride. We invite you to be the newest member of our winning team!!!

Performs fire suppression, emergency medical services, technical rescues, fire prevention, public education and public relations activities.

Responds to fires, accidents, medical emergencies, and calls for service or assistance.

Investigates calls of potential fires; odors; smoke and carbon monoxide alarms; medical and private alarms, and burning complaints.

Participates in company inspections, preplans, and building familiarization tours.

Performs daily equipment checks, inspection of advanced life support equipment and medications, and routine maintenance activities to ensure proper operation of firefighting, EMS, and other emergency equipment.

Completes EMS reports, EMS medication logs, daily vehicle maintenance check sheets, advanced life support equipment calibration and operational checks, vehicle repair forms, and station activity log entries as required.

Tests and maintains equipment as required on a daily, weekly, monthly, or annual basis.

Replaces expended equipment and supplies.

Performs routine and seasonal maintenance and housekeeping activities to insure a clean, orderly, and professional work environment.

Any other duties assigned by Fire Department company officers or administrative staff.

Applicant must be a United States citizen.

Applicant must be twenty-one years old on or prior to the date of certification to the lateral list.

Applicant must have received a high school diploma or passed the General Education Development Test (GED) prior to the date of certification to the lateral list.

Applicant must have a current valid State of Ohio driver's license.

Applicant must have a current valid Paramedic Certification from the State of Ohio.

Applicant must have a current valid Firefighter II Certification from the State of Ohio.

Applicant must have held a position as a firefighter and/or paramedic, with a governmental entity within the last twelve (12) months from the date of certification to the lateral list.

Applicant must have a minimum of one thousand (1,000) hours of experience as a firefighter and/or paramedic with a governmental entity.

Applicant must have a certificate from Cuyahoga Community College dated within one (1) year of the date of certification to the lateral list confirming that the Applicant has taken the Firefighter's Physical Agility Test and has attained a passing time of four (4) minutes and thirty (30) seconds or less.

Additional items that must be submitted to the Director of Human Resources:

The reason the Applicant has been separated from the Applicant's former employers or wishes to leave the Applicant's current employment.

The type of agency or entity that employed the Applicant in the past.

Any other certifications obtained by the Applicant.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions of the job satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

PLEASE UPLOAD WITH YOUR APPLICATION:

OHIO DRIVER'S LICENSE

HIGH SCHOOL and/or COLLEGE DIPLOMA

OHIO PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATION

OHIO FIREFIGHTER II CERTIFICATION

FIREFIGHTER PHYSICAL AGILITY TEST ADMINISTERED BY TRI-C