EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN, PARAMEDIC (CLASS CODE 5171)
About the position
Highly responsible specialized work, under the direction of a physician, in the recognition, assessment, and control of medical emergencies; transportation and care of patients to a medical facility, and related work as required.
Requirements
ā¢ Possession of a current provisional or permanent National Registry Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic.
ā¢ Possession of a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
ā¢ Possession of a current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
ā¢ Possession of a current unrestricted EMS Certification or License from any state participating in the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (REPLICA), also known as the EMS Compact.
ā¢ Possession of a current Orleans Parish EMT permit issued by the New Orleans Health Department. Original certification must be submitted to EMS within the first 30 calendar days of employment.
Benefits
ā¢ 14 paid holidays in 2025.
ā¢ 13 paid vacation days per year including during your first year of employment. Additional bonus vacation days the longer you are employed.
ā¢ 13 paid sick days per year including during your first year of employment. Additional bonus sick days the longer you are employed.
ā¢ Unlimited roll-over of unused sick days and up to 45 unused vacation days to the next year.
ā¢ Payment for unused vacation and sick days when leaving City government.
ā¢ Healthcare plans as low as $60.31 biweekly for individual employees covering medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision.
ā¢ Access to telemedicine.
ā¢ Flexible Spending Account for pre-tax contributions for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs.
ā¢ Free $25,000 life insurance policy for all full-time employees.
ā¢ Qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
ā¢ Pension options and participation in a Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).
ā¢ Competitive pay including pay increases based on length of employment.
ā¢ Special pays for educational advancement, professional certifications, and specialized work assignments.
ā¢ Free courses in over 50 topics offered by the Employee Growth and Development Division.
ā¢ Extra pay for employees who work during declared emergencies.
ā¢ Normal pay for employees who can't work due to emergency-related workplace closures.
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Highly responsible specialized work, under the direction of a physician, in the recognition, assessment, and control of medical emergencies; transportation and care of patients to a medical facility, and related work as required.
Requirements
ā¢ Possession of a current provisional or permanent National Registry Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic.
ā¢ Possession of a current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification.
ā¢ Possession of a current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
ā¢ Possession of a current unrestricted EMS Certification or License from any state participating in the Recognition of EMS Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact (REPLICA), also known as the EMS Compact.
ā¢ Possession of a current Orleans Parish EMT permit issued by the New Orleans Health Department. Original certification must be submitted to EMS within the first 30 calendar days of employment.
Benefits
ā¢ 14 paid holidays in 2025.
ā¢ 13 paid vacation days per year including during your first year of employment. Additional bonus vacation days the longer you are employed.
ā¢ 13 paid sick days per year including during your first year of employment. Additional bonus sick days the longer you are employed.
ā¢ Unlimited roll-over of unused sick days and up to 45 unused vacation days to the next year.
ā¢ Payment for unused vacation and sick days when leaving City government.
ā¢ Healthcare plans as low as $60.31 biweekly for individual employees covering medical, prescription drugs, dental, and vision.
ā¢ Access to telemedicine.
ā¢ Flexible Spending Account for pre-tax contributions for healthcare, childcare, and commuter costs.
ā¢ Free $25,000 life insurance policy for all full-time employees.
ā¢ Qualified employer under the federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).
ā¢ Pension options and participation in a Deferred Compensation Plan (457b).
ā¢ Competitive pay including pay increases based on length of employment.
ā¢ Special pays for educational advancement, professional certifications, and specialized work assignments.
ā¢ Free courses in over 50 topics offered by the Employee Growth and Development Division.
ā¢ Extra pay for employees who work during declared emergencies.
ā¢ Normal pay for employees who can't work due to emergency-related workplace closures.
Apply Now
Apply Now