Truckee, CA · On-site
$21.70 - $29.94/hr
Current Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification and/or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) 1 certification or greater and/or Wilderness First Responder (WFR). * Current Cardiopulmonary ...
Truckee, CA · On-site
$21.70 - $29.94/hr
Current Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification and/or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) 1 certification or greater and/or Wilderness First Responder (WFR). * Current Cardiopulmonary ...
$21.70 - $29.94/hr
Current Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification and/or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) 1 certification or greater and/or Wilderness First Responder (WFR). * Current Cardiopulmonary ...
$21.70 - $29.94/hr
Current Outdoor Emergency Care (OEC) certification and/or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) 1 certification or greater and/or Wilderness First Responder (WFR). * Current Cardiopulmonary ...
... Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification or equivalent. Current CPR and First Aid certifications required. Comfortable performing the duties of the job while exposed to extreme High Sierra ...
New
... Wilderness First Responder (WFR) certification or equivalent. Current CPR and First Aid certifications required. Comfortable performing the duties of the job while exposed to extreme High Sierra ...
New
$35.57 - $45.63/hr
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
$35.57 - $45.63/hr
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
$35.57 - $45.63/hr
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
$35.57 - $45.63/hr
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... and mitigation, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... and mitigation, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... and mitigation, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... and mitigation, respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
... respond to discoveries, and support uninterrupted project progress while maintaining regulatory ... Wilderness and Remote First Aid Training Work Environment This position is field-intensive and may ...
A Wilderness First Responder (WFR) is trained to provide emergency medical care in remote and outdoor environments where professional help may be delayed. WFRs assess injuries, stabilize patients, and manage medical situations with limited resources. They often work as outdoor guides, park rangers, or emergency responders in wilderness settings. Their training includes CPR, wound care, splinting, and managing environmental emergencies like hypothermia or altitude sickness.
To thrive as a Wilderness First Responder, you need strong emergency medical skills, knowledge of remote care protocols, and physical stamina, typically backed by certification from recognized organizations such as NOLS or SOLO. Familiarity with tools such as first aid kits, splinting materials, and communication devices like satellite phones is crucial. Outstanding problem-solving, calm decision-making, and effective teamwork are soft skills that set top performers apart. These abilities are vital to ensuring safety, providing high-quality care, and managing emergencies in challenging outdoor environments.
Wilderness First Responders often work in remote or rugged outdoor settings, such as on expeditions, in camps, or during adventure travel programs, where access to immediate medical care is limited. Team structures can vary; you may work alongside guides, outdoor educators, or other medical specialists, and sometimes in solo roles. Daily responsibilities include patient assessment, emergency care, coordinating evacuations, and maintaining safety protocols for groups. Adaptability and clear communication with both peers and non-medical personnel are essential for effective teamwork. Being prepared for physically and mentally demanding conditions is a key aspect of the role.
Cities near Reno, NV with the most Wilderness First Responder job openings:
Truckee, CA • On-site
$21.70 - $29.94/hr
Temporary
Posted 5 days ago
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Amusement, gambling, and recreation
201 - 500 Employees
Truckee, CA, US
1971
