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Symbiotic Corp.

Paramedic (Travel)

Fairfield, CA · On-site

Travel Paramedic - Career Opportunity Recruiter: Symbiotic Services Are you ready to elevate your paramedic career and take your skills into new environments? We're seeking experienced Travel ...

Acadian Ambulance Service

Travel Paramedic

Dallas, TX · On-site

$1.3K/wk

Travel Paramedic The Travel Paramedic provides appropriate, efficient and timely medical transportation and pre-hospital advanced, intermediate, and basic life support care within the limits of ...

Acadian Ambulance Service

Travel Paramedic

Covington, LA · On-site

$1.3K/wk

Travel Paramedic The Travel Paramedic provides appropriate, efficient, and timely medical transportation and pre-hospital advanced, intermediate, and basic life support care within the limits of ...

Acadian Ambulance Service

Travel Paramedic

Houston, TX · On-site

$1.3K/wk

Travel Paramedic The Travel Paramedic provides appropriate, efficient and timely medical transportation and pre-hospital advanced, intermediate, and basic life support care within the limits of ...

Acadian Ambulance Service

Travel Paramedic

Monroe, LA · On-site

$25/hr

Travel Paramedic The Travel Paramedic provides appropriate, efficient, and timely medical transportation and pre-hospital advanced, intermediate, and basic life support care within the limits of ...

Acadian Ambulance Service

Travel Paramedic

Houma, LA · On-site

$25/hr

Travel Paramedic The Travel Paramedic provides appropriate, efficient, and timely medical transportation and pre-hospital advanced, intermediate, and basic life support care within the limits of ...

StaffDash

Paramedic

Port Arthur, TX · On-site

$6.2K/mo

Travel Paramedic - Port Arthur, TX Job Summary: We are hiring experienced Travel Paramedics for a 16-week 911 and IFT assignment in Port Arthur, Texas . Housing is provided during rotations. Schedule ...

StaffDash

Paramedic

Beaumont, TX · On-site

$5.5K/wk

Travel Paramedic - Beaumont, TX Job Summary: We are hiring experienced Travel Paramedics for a 13-week Inter-Facility Transport (IFT) assignment in Beaumont, TX. Housing is provided during rotations.

StaffDash

Paramedic

Dallas, TX · On-site

$11K/mo

Travel Paramedic - Dallas, TX Job Summary: We are hiring experienced Travel Paramedics for a 13-week Inter-Facility Transport (IFT) assignment in Dallas, TX. Housing is provided during rotations.

StaffDash

Paramedic

Houston, TX · On-site

$8.6K/mo

Travel Paramedic - Houston, TX Job Summary: We are hiring experienced Travel Paramedics for a 16-week Inter-Facility Transport (IFT) assignment in Houston, TX. Housing is provided during rotations.

Slate Healthcare

Travel Paramedic

Laramie, WY · On-site

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel Paramedic for a travel job in Laramie, Wyoming. & Requirements * Specialty: Paramedic * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 08/17/2026 * Duration ...

TMS

Travel Paramedic - Emergency Department

Tehachapi, CA · On-site

$1.8K - $1.8K/wk

Travel Paramedic - Emergency Department Tehachapi Valley | Tehachapi, California | Contract Length: 8 Weeks | Auto Offer Assignment Dates: August 17, 2026 - October 11, 2026 Schedule: Evening/Mid ...

Best Practice Medicine LLC

Travel Paramedic

Augusta, GA · On-site

$40 - $43/hr

Become a Travel Paramedic. Most Paramedic jobs keep you in the same rig, driving the same routes, seeing the same things. This isn't one of them. Best Practice Medicine is seeking qualified Travel ...

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Slate Healthcare

Travel Paramedic

Laramie, WY · On-site

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel Paramedic for a travel job in Laramie, Wyoming. & Requirements * Specialty: Paramedic * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: 08/24/2026 * Duration ...

Best Practice Medicine

Travel Paramedic

Augusta, GA · On-site

$40 - $43/hr

Become a Travel Paramedic. Most Paramedic jobs keep you in the same rig, driving the same routes, seeing the same things. This isn't one of them. Best Practice Medicine is seeking qualified Travel ...

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Slate Healthcare

Travel Paramedic

Laramie, WY · On-site

Slate Healthcare is seeking a travel Paramedic for a travel job in Laramie, Wyoming. & Requirements * Specialty: Paramedic * Discipline: Allied Health Professional * Start Date: ASAP * Duration: 13 ...

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How much do traveling paramedic jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 6, 2026, the average hourly pay for traveling 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 traveling paramedic?

Traveling paramedics are licensed emergency medical professionals who take temporary assignments in various locations, often filling staffing gaps for hospitals, EMS agencies, or event services. They provide pre-hospital emergency care, transport patients, and may work in diverse environments such as rural areas, large cities, or disaster zones. Assignments typically last from a few weeks to several months, allowing paramedics to gain varied experience while addressing urgent medical staffing needs.

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

AspectTraveling ParamedicEmergency Medical Technician (EMT)
CredentialsParamedic license, advanced certificationsEMT certification, basic life support (BLS)
Work EnvironmentAmbulances, hospitals, remote locationsAmbulances, clinics, event coverage
Employer & IndustryEMS agencies, hospitals, private servicesEMS agencies, fire departments, hospitals

Traveling Paramedics have advanced training and certifications, allowing them to perform more complex medical procedures compared to EMTs. While both roles work in emergency medical services, Traveling Paramedics often operate in diverse locations, including remote areas, and handle more critical cases. EMTs provide essential pre-hospital care primarily in local settings. The key difference lies in their level of training, scope of practice, and the environments in which they work.

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

To thrive as a Traveling Paramedic, you need strong emergency medical skills, a current paramedic license, and the ability to adapt quickly to new environments. Familiarity with mobile medical equipment, electronic patient care reporting systems, and certifications such as ACLS and PALS are typically required. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cultural sensitivity are crucial soft skills for working with diverse populations and teams. These competencies ensure paramedics can deliver high-quality care under pressure while adapting to varied and unpredictable situations.

What are some common challenges faced by traveling paramedics and how can they prepare for them?

Traveling paramedics often encounter diverse clinical environments, varying protocols, and unfamiliar geographic locations, which can make adapting quickly a challenge. They must be comfortable working with new teams and handling a broad range of emergency situations. To prepare, it's important to stay updated on the latest medical practices, research the local healthcare systems before each assignment, and develop strong communication skills to integrate smoothly with different teams. Flexibility, cultural sensitivity, and resourcefulness are key traits for success in this role.
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Infographic showing various Traveling Paramedic job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 6% As Needed, 61% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 17% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $54,832 per year, or $26.4 per hour.

Paramedic (Travel)

Symbiotic Corp.

Fairfield, CA • On-site

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Travel Paramedic - Career Opportunity
Recruiter: Symbiotic Services
Are you ready to elevate your paramedic career and take your skills into new environments? We're seeking experienced Travel Paramedics to join a team dedicated to delivering best-practice pre-hospital care in a variety of dynamic settings across the country. This role offers the chance to grow professionally, gain diverse clinical experience, and make a meaningful impact wherever you're deployed.
About the Role
As a Travel Paramedic, you will respond to emergency medical calls and provide high-quality pre-hospital care under 911 protocols. You'll work collaboratively with public safety partners, assess patients in critical situations, and deliver both basic and advanced life support interventions based on established medical standards.
Key Responsibilities
  • Respond promptly to emergencymedical calls and deliver patient care
  • Perform patient assessments anddetermine appropriate treatment
  • Provide basic and advanced lifesupport per applicable protocols
  • Operate and maintain ambulanceunits and emergency equipment
  • Ensure medical supplies arestocked and ready for use
  • Adapt quickly to varyingemergency systems, equipment, and team dynamics
  • Communicate effectively withteammates, supervisors, and healthcare partners
  • Deliver patient-centered care inboth high- and low-volume settings
Qualifications
  • Licensed Paramedic withappropriate national certification
  • Minimum of two years of 911 EMSexperience
  • Required emergency carecertifications (e.g., ACLS, BLS, PALS)
  • Ability to obtain state paramediclicensure as required
  • Current relevant immunizationsand negative TB test

What You'll Gain
This travel paramedic assignment offers a blend of professional challenge and personal growth, including exposure to diverse EMS systems, flexible assignment durations, and the opportunity to build a broad network within emergency medical services.

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