Paramedic (Part-Time)

The Salem Fire-EMS Department is seeking dedicated and skilled Part-Time Paramedics to serve as attendants-in-charge (AIC) within our dynamic 911 system. Operating in a high-volume emergency response system, you will provide quality pre-hospital advanced life support (ALS) care and transportation to the citizens and visitors of Salem.

Our system benefits from short transport times to region-leading Level I and Level II trauma-capable hospitals, as well as a strong operational backbone featuring dedicated EMS supervision and ALS-equipped engine crews available to assist on critical calls.

Key Responsibilities

• Attendant-in-Charge (AIC): Lead patient care delivery on an advanced life support ambulance, managing patient assessment, treatment, and transport decision-making.

• Advanced Medical Care: Administer advanced emergency medical care, including advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, pharmacology, and trauma resuscitation according to OMD/regional protocols.

• System Collaboration: Coordinate effectively with on-scene fire crews, ALS engine personnel, EMS supervisors, and receiving hospital personnel.

• Documentation: Complete thorough, accurate, and timely Electronic Patient Care Reports (ePCR) adhering to state, regional, and department standards.

• Operational Readiness: Ensure response vehicles and medical equipment are fully stocked, operational, and clean at the start and end of every shift.

Shift & Schedule Requirements

• Hours: 12 to 24 hours per week.

• Availability: Shifts are scheduled across a 24/7/365 operational model, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays. Flexibility is required to meet department operational needs.