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Advocate Health Care

Public Safety Assistant

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$39K - $51K/yr

In extreme cases of need, the security aide may be required to perform a medical standby in cases that do not rise to the level of needing a security officer. Licensure, Registration, and/or ...

Advocate Health

Public Safety Assistant

Milwaukee, WI

$39K - $51K/yr

In extreme cases of need, the security aide may be required to perform a medical standby in cases that do not rise to the level of needing a security officer. Licensure, Registration, and/or ...

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How much do medical standby jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical standby in the United States is $76.10, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $192.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Medical Standby job?

A Medical Standby job involves providing on-site medical assistance at events, workplaces, or other locations where immediate care may be needed. Professionals in this role, such as EMTs, paramedics, or nurses, monitor for medical emergencies, administer first aid, and coordinate with emergency services if necessary. They are often required at sporting events, concerts, corporate gatherings, and other settings where large crowds are present. Their primary goal is to ensure the safety and well-being of attendees by responding quickly to medical incidents.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Medical Standby position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Medical Standby, you need current certification as an EMT, paramedic, or nurse, coupled with strong emergency response and first aid skills. Familiarity with medical equipment such as defibrillators, oxygen tanks, and trauma kits, as well as compliance with relevant health and safety protocols, is essential. Excellent situational awareness, calm decision-making, teamwork, and effective communication are key soft skills. These abilities ensure prompt, effective medical care during events or emergencies, protecting the safety and well-being of all participants.

What types of events or settings typically require Medical Standby professionals, and how does the work environment vary?

Medical Standby professionals are often needed at sports events, concerts, festivals, film sets, corporate gatherings, and construction sites to provide onsite emergency care. The work environment can range from outdoor venues to large indoor arenas or even remote locations such as worksites, and may involve varying weather conditions and crowd sizes. Team size and structure can differ as well, sometimes involving collaboration with other first responders, security personnel, or event coordinators to maintain a safe environment. Adaptability and readiness for unpredictable situations are key parts of the job, and each assignment offers the opportunity to develop strong skills in emergency response and event safety management.

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Infographic showing various Medical Standby job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, and 17% Part Time. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $158,293 per year, or $76.1 per hour.
Emergency Medical Responder

Emergency Medical Responder

LIFEwest Ambulance

Petaluma, CA • On-site

$19.25/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

BETTER CULTURE. BETTER PAY. BETTER PEOPLE.
Jumpstart your career in EMS!
Starting Pay: $19.25 Per Hour - 8 & 12/h Shifts
LIFEwest pays daily overtime after 8 hours!
If you are actively enrolled in an EMT program, you can begin working as an EMR with us here at LIFEwest Ambulance as operational support. Once you have completed your EMT program and passed your NREMT, we administratively move you into an EMT position.
EMR Requirements:
  • Actively enrolled in an EMT program
  • CPR certified

EMR Job Responsibilities:
  • Operational support - cleaning ambulances, restocking supplies on ambulance
  • Wheelchair transports
  • Standby events at Sonoma Raceway
  • Ride-a-longs for BLS transports

Services provided at LIFEwest include: Critical Care Transport (CCT), 911 Emergency Response, Medical Standby, and Interfacility Transport.
LIFEwest Ambulance is the official EMS provider for Sonoma Raceway. As a LIFEwest employee, you are provided multiple opportunities to work events at Sonoma Raceway such as: NASCAR, NHRA, Sonoma Drift, and NASA!
LIFEwest EMR Location
Cotati Station
720 Portal Street
Cotati, CA 94931
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