Job description

Pacific West Ambulance is the contracted provider for 911 Ambulance Service to
Lincoln County, OR for 35 years.

Pacific West Ambulance located on the beautiful Central Oregon Coast has immediate openings for Full time or Part Time Paramedics. We provide excellent opportunities for experienced or new providers. Our Ambulance Department responds to approximately 750 emergency calls monthly in the 911 system of Lincoln County as well as providing some non-emergent and emergent inter-facility transports from our two local hospitals to higher levels of care and in some cases utilizing IV pumps and monitoring ventilators.

Our Paramedics take a teamwork approach and have developed a patient centered approach with our co responders. Many times being the only Paramedic on scene.

Pacific West Ambulance offers competitive pay, benefits and a positive work environment with a focus on employee retention and appreciation. Some of the benefits to working for Pacific West Ambulance include:

• Paramedics qualify for a $10,000 hiring bonus with 2 year commitment.
• Lifeguard Membership (Paid ambulance transport for you and your immediate household members)
• Medical and Dental benefits
• Employer contributed Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401K Retirement plan 5% match
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program
• Gym Membership Reimbursement
• Paid Trainings
• Subscription to Career Cert for CE
• Access to Paid CPR, PALS, ACLS, AMLS, and PHTLS classes

We pay based on experience as a Paramedic (up to $81,000/yr base and does not include additional or overtime shifts) + 3% annual increases. Option for a $10,000 sign on bonus with 2 year commitment.

We pay first 8 hours of shift as Regular Time and remaining time of shift as
Overtime. Typical starting pay for 12 hour shift pays $24.13 to $30.55/hr. depending on your EMS experience. ($51,000-$81,000/yr)

Additional Bonus ($100 per shift) for working extra shifts.

Pacific West Paramedics and EMTs work 12 hour shifts (4 on - 4 off) out of multiple posting locations throughout Lincoln County, including: Lincoln City, Depoe Bay,
Newport, Waldport, and Toledo. Most posting locations are equipped with a full kitchen, private sleeping quarters, and crew areas with couches, recliners, and TVs.

Housing is a challenge in our area so we allow our employees to reside outside of the county. Areas to look at are Lincoln City, Newport, Willamina, McMinville, Dallas, Salem, Corvallis, Toledo, Siletz, and Corvallis if you are relocating.

Qualified applicants should be motivated individuals with the ability to adapt quickly to changing situations. Minimum qualifications:

• Oregon Paramedic License or the ability to obtain reciprocity within 30 days of hire if from out of state.
• Oregon Driver License or obtain within 90 days of hire. Must be 21 years of age or older (Insurance requirement)
• BLS for Healthcare Provider
• Fully Vaccinated for COVID-19
• Ability to pass a background, drug screen (including THC), and driving record check
• Desire to learn more about Emergency Medical Services
• Paramedics are required to possess current ACLS, Pediatric (PALS or PEPP or EPC) and PHTLS.

Pacific West Ambulance provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.'
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COVID-19 considerations:

We follow current guidelines published by OSHA, CDC, and Oregon Health Authority.
Must be fully vaccinated or provide qualified exemption.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,000.00 - $81,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Medical specialties:

• Emergency Medicine

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Holidays
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
We follow current guidelines published by OSHA, CDC, and Oregon Health Authority.
Must be fully vaccinated, Booster suggested but not required.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newport, OR: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• Paramedic or EMT License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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