Paramedic

HALL AMBULANCE SERVICE, INC. HAS SERVED THE KERN COUNTY COMMUNITY FOR OVER 50 YEARS. JOIN US IN BUILDING A FUTURE BASED ON OUR FOUNDER'S VALUES OF CARE, COMPASSION, AND COMMUNITY!

RELOCATION REIMBURSEMENT = UP TO $2,500

NO MANDATORY OVERTIME BUT LOTS OF OPPORTUNITY FOR EXTRA SHIFTS

DOUBLE TIME FOR EXTRA SHIFTS ON WEEKENDS AND MORE!

PROVIDE CARE IN AN URBAN METRO ENVIRONMENT WITH A WIDE SCOPE OF PRACTICE!

This posting is for 12-hour shifts in Metro Bakersfield. We also have rural station openings on 24-hour shifts in blocks of 2 shifts (48 hours at a time) available in West and North Kern County.

The Bakersfield Metro is currently ranked 5th in the Nation for Homeownership Rates among under-35 residents. Hall Ambulance offers a schedule that affords you work-life balance, with only seven 12-hour shifts every two weeks. Come build your EMS career where you can build your life.

WHAT YOU NEED TO APPLY :

• A National or State Paramedic License.
• Valid driver license with an insurable record.
• Be at least 20 years old by the time you start work.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to compassionately serve the patients in your community.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING :

Respond to medical emergencies in the community. Assess illnesses and injuries and administer basic to advanced emergency rescue and paramedical care. Provide medical treatment to the ill and injured and manage the illness or injury during transport. Prepare patients for transport via ambulance to hospital. Guide and support EMT's in the application of appropriate EMS techniques. Operate emergency vehicle and equipment to care and transport the patient effectively. Complete patient records and transfer of information to healthcare provider. Provide compassionate patient care.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :

TRAINING & EDUCATION :

The individual in this position must possess the following education requirements :

WE HIRE GREAT PEOPLE.

What kind of person makes a stellar Hall Ambulance team member? Someone passionate about making a difference. The kind of individual who can identify with delivering exemplary care, in a compassionate manner, while serving their community. For Hall Ambulance, that's the core of who we are.

WE STRENGTHEN YOUR CAREER.

From the beginning, we focus on building a better you. Whether you are just starting your EMS career or are a seasoned professional, you will experience a strong, supportive company culture. This includes taking advantage of on-going training and continuing education available through our accredited training facility, the Harvey L. Hall EMS Academy.

WE OFFER GREAT BENEFITS.

Our benefits package is designed to keep you performing at the top of your game, both at work and at home. It includes medical, dental, vision, life, flex spending, long-term disability, and 401(k), preparing you for retirement.

We offer paid time off, affording you time to rejuvenate, and Company-sponsored activities, including family picnics, employee lunches, and group outings to local sporting events.

WE ARE COMMITTED TO OUR COMMUNITY.

Founded in 1971, Hall Ambulance is the 911 paramedic provider for 88% of Kern County, California's population.  Our response area covers a diverse geographic region, including busy metro on the streets of Bakersfield, scenic mountain communities in the Los Padres National Forest and Tehachapi mountains, and the vast expanses of the Mojave Desert. Hall Critical Care Transport provides regional ground and air interfacility transport solutions extending from San Diego to Sacramento.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactory. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The individual in this position must possess the following qualifications :

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

STARTING SALARY RANGE : $65,000 - $70,000 annual; DOE