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Mission Health

Critical Care Paramedic

Brevard, NC · On-site

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 Critical Care Paramedic opening. We ...

Mission Health

Critical Care Paramedic

Asheville, NC · On-site

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 Critical Care Paramedic opening. We ...

Mission Health

Critical Care Paramedic

Waynesville, NC · On-site

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 Critical Care Paramedic opening. We ...

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Paramedic

Chadron, NE · On-site

The Paramedic will carry out all directives given to him/her by the ED Charge Nurse and by the Medical Director. He/she will ensure that optimal emergency medical services are rendered to the ...

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How much do paramedic openings jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for paramedic openings 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 Paramedic Openings vs Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Openings?

AspectParamedic OpeningsEMT Openings
Required CertificationsParamedic License, Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) certificationEMT Certification
Work EnvironmentAmbulances, hospitals, emergency scenesAmbulances, fire departments, clinics
Job ResponsibilitiesAdvanced patient assessment, medication administration, advanced airway managementBasic life support, patient stabilization, CPR

Paramedics and EMTs both provide emergency medical care, but paramedics have more advanced training and perform complex procedures. Paramedic openings typically require higher certifications and involve more advanced responsibilities, often working in more critical situations. EMT openings focus on basic life support and are suitable for entry-level emergency medical roles.

What are Paramedic Openings?

Paramedic openings refer to available job positions for certified paramedics within various emergency medical services (EMS), hospitals, fire departments, or private ambulance companies. These roles typically involve responding to emergency calls, providing advanced life support, and transporting patients to medical facilities. Paramedic openings may require specific certifications, experience, and the ability to work under pressure. Job postings for paramedic positions can be found on healthcare job boards, government websites, and EMS organizations' career pages.

What are some common challenges paramedics face during their shifts, and how do teams typically support each other?

Paramedics often encounter high-pressure situations, such as responding to life-threatening emergencies, managing unpredictable environments, and working long or irregular hours. Teamwork is crucial—paramedics usually operate in pairs or small crews, relying on clear communication and mutual trust to provide effective care. Support structures like regular debriefings, peer support programs, and ongoing training help paramedics manage stress and maintain high standards of patient care.

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

To thrive as a Paramedic, you need a thorough understanding of emergency medical care, strong decision-making skills, and a valid paramedic certification or state licensure. Familiarity with advanced life support (ALS) equipment, patient monitoring devices, and electronic patient care reporting systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, resilience under pressure, and teamwork are vital soft skills for handling emergency situations and collaborating with other healthcare professionals. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective, timely care and ensuring patient safety in high-stress environments.
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Infographic showing various Paramedic Openings job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 65% Full Time, 30% Part Time, and 4% 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.
Lead Transport Paramedic

Lead Transport Paramedic

HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital

Panama City, FL • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 14 days ago

HCA Florida Healthcare rating

6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

Based on 476 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

667th of 885 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Lead Transport Paramedic 

Job Summary and Qualifications The Lead Paramedic will lead the EMS Transport Services Team. The Lead Paramedic will hold the responsibility of performing professional level work in planning, coordinating, monitoring, evaluating and managing the operations of interfacility transport and emergency medical care while ensuring compliance with applicable Florida statutes and administrative rules. 

What qualifications you will need:

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
  • PALS Pediatric Adv Life Supt must be obtained within 60 days of employment start date
  • (EVOC) Emergency Vehicle Operations Course must be obtained within 90 days of employment start date
  • Paramedic License
  • (DL) Driver License
  • Associate Degree or Certificate
  • 3 years of experience required 
Benefits

HCA Florida Gulf Coast 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.

HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital is a 238-bed acute care hospital. For 40 years, we have served Bay County and the surrounding communities. We are an accredited facility offering comprehensive care. This includes advanced cardiac assessment and treatment. We offer certified women's services. Our hospital has dedicated spaces for adult and pediatric emergency services. We are certified in Advanced Primary Stroke Care. Our hospital is accredited as a Comprehensive Breast Care Center. We are the area's only Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Resuscitation. Other services that we offer include orthopedic care and joint replacement, robotic surgery, cardiac, vascular, and interventional services. We are home to the only Pediatric ER in the community. We have the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in the region. Together, we continue to raise the bar in healthcare.

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.


"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Lead Transport Paramedic opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - 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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