Ambulance Operator - Paramedic; shift

NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• 56-hour workweeks with built-in overtime
• Hiring Bonus up to $2,000
• Referral Bonus up to $750
• Pay boost of $1.75/hr above base rate with Modified Benefits Option
• Bilingual compensation available - $50/pay period
• Excellent Benefits

San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is accepting applications for Ambulance Operator (AO) - Paramedics, who provide basic and advanced medical care to the ill and injured, provide patient transport services, and may operate an ambulance responding to emergency medical aid calls. Multiple vacancies exist throughout the County.

County Fire Paramedics receive full benefits and a competitive annual salary range of $71,518.72 - $84,963.84 including built-in overtime pay. For a more detailed job information, refer to the Ambulance Operator Paramedic job description.

Note:

California Paramedic Licenses and NRP Certifications must be current and in good standing. If a copy of your CA Paramedic License or NRP is not attached, your application will not move forward in the process.

• Health and Physical Condition:
  Persons seeking appointment must meet the safety, health, and physical condition standards deemed necessary for performance of duties.
• CPR/ACLS
  
  Certifications:
  
  Must possess and maintain a valid CPR card and ACLS card.
• State of California Paramedic License:
  Must possess and maintain a valid State of California Paramedic License.
• ICEMA Certification:
  Must obtain ICEMA Paramedic accreditation by the end of the academy, and maintain throughout employment.
• Ambulance Driver Taskbook:
  Must successfully complete the Taskbook by the end of the academy.
• Travel:
  Travel within and outside the County may be required. A valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be provided at the time of hire and maintained throughout employment.
• Pre-Employment Process:
  Applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass a thorough background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, DOJ criminal background check, DMV driving record check, military record check, reference checks, and review of prior employment history. Applicants must pass a medical examination and pre‑employment drug test.
• Work Location:
  
  Must be willing to work anywhere within San Bernardino County, primarily at County Fire Stations.
• Dress Code:
  All new employees must adhere to the County Fire Dress Code, which prohibits visible tattoos.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  Must be able to perform during high stress situations, lift and carry equipment and individuals, and work in a variety of environmental conditions.

Sponsorship:
San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

We seek team players with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and high integrity.

A proctored computer Medical Skills Assessment based on NREMT will evaluate candidate knowledge and skills in Trauma Assessment and Medical Assessment. Testing will tentatively take place in February. Candidates must pass the assessment to be placed on the eligible list.

Complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire. Submit all required materials prior to the closing of this recruitment.

All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e‑mails frequently.

San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Americans with Disabilities Act compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation:
If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.