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Rural Paramedic Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Paramedic I/II

Bridgeport, CA

$61K - $81K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Summary The Paramedic I/II position provides advanced emergency medical services and rescue ... The Region Mono County is a rural region with a dynamic community of 13,000 residents located in ...

Paramedic

Alpharetta, GA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Paramedic Location: [Company Headquarters or Production Facility] Employment Type: Permanent ... With operations across rural agricultural areas, production facilities, warehouses, and ...

Paramedic

Omak, WA · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our employees will also be able to take advantage of our rural lifestyle that encompasses a slower ... PARAMEDIC- * Maintain confidentiality of all patient and company information. * Reports verbally ...

Paramedic

Omak, WA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our employees will also be able to take advantage of our rural lifestyle that encompasses a slower ... PARAMEDIC- * Maintain confidentiality of all patient and company information. * Reports verbally ...

Paramedic

Omak, WA · On-site

$24 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our employees will also be able to take advantage of our rural lifestyle that encompasses a slower ... PARAMEDIC- * Maintain confidentiality of all patient and company information. * Reports verbally ...

Paramedic

Omak, WA · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our employees will also be able to take advantage of our rural lifestyle that encompasses a slower ... PARAMEDIC- * Maintain confidentiality of all patient and company information. * Reports verbally ...

Emergency Paramedic

Langdon, ND · On-site

$52K - $62K/yr

Excellent opportunity for newly certified Paramedic(s) seeking to make an impact within a rural health setting \n Emergency Paramedic Qualifications: \n \n * Must possess an NREMT certification \n

Paramedic

Wausau, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

Paramedic - Paramedic Job Details: • 11-week contract with a varied shift schedule including all ... rural and regional communities. The facility supports emergency medical services with an ...

Paramedic

Wenatchee, WA · On-site

$34 - $38/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Paramedic Located in the heart of Wenatchee Valley, Okanogan Valley and Grant County, sits LifeLine ... Our employees will also be able to take advantage of our rural lifestyle that encompasses a slower ...

Paramedic

Moses Lake, WA · On-site

$22 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our employees will also be able to take advantage of our rural lifestyle that encompasses a slower ... PARAMEDIC- * Maintain confidentiality of all patient and company information. * Reports verbally ...

Paramedic

Wausau, WI · On-site

$1.8K/day

  • Medical

  • Life

  • Retirement

Paramedic - Paramedic Job Details: • 11-week contract with a varied shift schedule including all ... rural and regional communities. The facility supports emergency medical services with an ...

Paramedic

Moses Lake, WA

$22 - $28/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Our employees will also be able to take advantage of our rural lifestyle that encompasses a slower ... PARAMEDIC- * Maintain confidentiality of all patient and company information. * Reports verbally ...

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How much do rural paramedic jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for rural 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 rural paramedic?

A Rural Paramedic is a highly trained emergency medical professional who provides pre-hospital care in remote or rural areas. They respond to medical emergencies, stabilize patients, and transport them to healthcare facilities, often working with limited resources and extended response times. Rural Paramedics must be adaptable, skilled in advanced life support, and capable of working independently. They may also provide community health education and preventative care in underserved regions.

Is 30 too late to be a rural paramedic?

Rural paramedic roles typically require certification as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or paramedic, with many hiring regardless of age as long as the candidate meets the certification and physical requirements. Being 30 is generally not too late to start training or pursue a career as a rural paramedic, and many professionals begin their training later in life. Experience, relevant skills, and certification are more important than age in this field.

Why do so many rural paramedics quit?

Rural paramedics often leave the profession due to high stress, long and irregular hours, limited resources, and burnout from working in isolated environments. Job demands combined with lower pay and limited career advancement opportunities can also contribute to high turnover rates.

What are some unique challenges faced by rural paramedics compared to their urban counterparts?

Rural Paramedics often contend with longer distances to hospitals, limited access to advanced medical facilities, and the need to make more independent decisions in the field due to fewer on-scene resources and support. They may also work with minimal crew or even solo at times, requiring strong self-reliance and broad clinical expertise to manage a wide variety of emergencies. Additionally, challenging terrain and weather conditions may impact response times and patient transport. Despite these obstacles, working as a Rural Paramedic offers the opportunity to develop advanced skills and make a significant impact on underserved communities.

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

To thrive as a Rural Paramedic, you need strong emergency medical knowledge, clinical assessment skills, and a valid paramedic certification or license. Familiarity with advanced life support equipment, radio communication systems, and electronic patient care reporting tools is typically required. Excellent problem-solving abilities, adaptability, and strong interpersonal communication skills set candidates apart in this role. These competencies are vital for providing effective, independent care in remote areas where resources and immediate backup may be limited.

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Infographic showing various Rural Paramedic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 12% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 6% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $54,832 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Paramedic PRN, Transport Services, As Needed

Norton Healthcare

Madison, IN • On-site

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Norton Healthcare rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 186 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

235th of 887 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Responsibilities
The Paramedic-NKDH provides advanced prehospital emergency care to patients across a wide geographic area with limited resources and extended response/transport times. Requires a high degree of clinical autonomy, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to operate effectively in isolated settings without immediate backup. Balances high-quality patient care, safe transport, and community-oriented service while maintaining readiness of vehicles and equipment in a rural EMS environment.
**This role requires driving Norton Healthcare vehicles, which could include transporting patients and visitors. You must have a valid driver's license and maintain an acceptable driving record**
Qualifications
Required:
  • Two years EMT
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Kentucky or Indiana EMT-Paramedic (State) license at time of hire
  • Must obtain additional EMT-Paramedic (State) license, KY or IN, within six months of hire

Desired:
  • 1 year Paramedic
  • Diploma
  • Associate Degree

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About Norton Healthcare

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Norton Healthcare is a not-for-profit hospital and health care system and is Louisville's second largest employer, with more than 18,000 employees, over 1,700 employed medical providers and approximately 2,000 total physicians on its medical staff. The system includes six hospitals (five in Louisville and one in Madison, Indiana) with 1,993 licensed beds, eight outpatient centers, 18 Norton Immediate Care Centers, eight Norton Prompt Care at Walgreens clinics and an expanded telehealth program. It provides care at more than 340 locations throughout Kentucky and Southern Indiana.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US

Year founded

1988