Job Opportunities for EMS Personnel including
Communications Specialists and Dispatchers

Orlando, Florida

Updated August 17, 2008
Last new entry8/28/08; Florida Hospital and Orlando Regional updated 8/4/08

Paramedic – For busy Cardiology practice in Lake County. Full time and part time positions. "Great benefits." Fax resume: 352-343-2510.
(Posted 8/11/08)

Paramedics Orange County Fire Rescue Department, Orlando, FL Salary: $33,238

Qualifications:
THIS HIRING PROCESS IS FOR APPLICANTS WITH ONLY A PARAMEDIC CERTIFICATE.

THIS JOB POSTING IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE PRIOR TO CLOSING DATE, ALL INTERESTED APPLICANTS SHOULD APPLY IMMEDIATELY.

High school graduation or equivalent. Must be at least 18 years of age. Must be a non-user of tobacco or tobacco products for at least one year immediately preceding application date and continuing as a requirement of employment.

Must possess and maintain a State of Florida class E driver’s license upon the application date and continuing as a requirement of employment.

Must possess and maintain a current State of Florida paramedic certification as a requirement of employment. Capable of successfully completing and maintaining the Florida State Firefighter certification after three (3) years of being hired.

Must meet the qualification process to operate as a paramedic in Orange County to include being qualified by the Orange County Medical Director within 60 days of employment.

Must meet the County and Fire Department background and medical screenings, and eligibility standards guidelines.

All OCFRD personnel are required to maintain a level of physical fitness consistent with their job assignment.

Preferences:
Associates degree from a credited institution in Emergency Medical Service, Fire Science, Business Administration, or closely related field.

Excellent written and communication skills.

For complete job descripion and/or to apply go to:
www.orangecountyfl.net/cms/DEPT/ocfrd/default.htm and click on "Employment" in left column, then "Job Openings/Guidelines." Next, select "current openings" in first paragraph. Finally, select "Paramedic" in the "Job Title" box and click "Submit." Online application is preferred, but you may also apply at Orange County Human Resources, 450 E. South Street, 1st Floor, Orlando, FL 32802.

Closing Date: September 19, 2008 (Posted 7/28/08)

Paramedical Examiners – Needed in Osceola, Orange, Seminole, Brevard, Lake, and Marion Counties. Flexible hours. Email resume to Loyda@emsiorlando.com or fax 407-622-1233. For information about the company, visit www.emsiorlando.com (Posted 6/8/08; still open as of July 21)

Paramedics/EMTs/Communication Specialists – Florida Hospital, Orlando, FL For a list of ALL current openings at Florida Hospital, please click here.

(https://adventisthealthsystem.recruitmax.com//MAIN/careerportal/default.cfm)

Scroll down to and click on "Paramedic/EMT."

On August 17 , 2008 there were one paramedic, two EMT and one communication specialist listing.

Paramedics/EMT Orlando (FL) Regional Healthcare (ORMC). For current paramedic and EMT openings please go to: http://www.orlandoregional.jobs. Click the arrow on the right side of "Job Title" box and scroll down to and click on "EMT" or "Paramedic." If you do not find either listed, then there are no current openings at ORMC.

On August 17, 2008 there was one EMT position listed and no Paramedic positions.

Continuous Recruitment

Paramedics and EMTs - Lake-Sumter (FL) EMS, a 3rd service 911 EMS system, is seeking certified Paramedics and EMTs for employment opportunities in the Central Florida area. Starting pay for Paramedics is between $38,357 and $45,594 per year; excellent benefits package provided. Florida certification and EVOC or CEVO required. For more information and to submit an application, please call (352) 383-4554 or visit our website at www.lakesumterems.org/career_opportunities (Posted 4/10/,08)

Paramedics (Full Time or Part Time) and EMTs (Full Time) – Rural Metro Ambulance, Orlando, FL
Salary Range_________________
Paramedics:
Up to $20.00 per hour based on experience*
EMTs: Up to $15 per hour based on experience**

Call 407-APPLYRM (407-277-5976) or to learn more visit: www.emsambulancefl.com

* plus$.50/hr for evening shift, $1.00/hr if a Preceptor, and $1.00/hr if on the shuttle unit.

** additional $.50/hr for evening and $1.00/hr for the shuttle.
(Posted 11/19/07; modified 12/16/07; no changes noted 7/28/08)

Paramedics and EMTs (Must have EVOC certification) – American Ambulance of Central Florida, 3747 Silver Star Road, Orlando, FL 32808
Starting Salary: Paramedics
- $14/hr EMTs - $9/hr.

As of June 16, 2008 American Ambulance is experiencing a freeze on hiring; however, certified paramedics and EMTs are welcome to drop in and file applications for future positions.

For more information, call April at 407-292-8777.

(Updated monthly; last update July 28, 2008.)

Paramedics and EMTs (Full Time) – Sunstar Paramedics is accepting applications for full-time Paramedics. Sunstar is an all-ALS High Performance EMS System located in Pinellas County, Florida (Tampa Bay area). The service holds the prestigious CAAS Accreditation and the Communication Center is an Accredited Center of Excellence (ACE).

For latest wage and benefits information go to:
www.sunstarems.com/jobs/employee_benefits.asp

Requirements: 21 years old, HSD/GED, Florida EMT-P certification and a clean driving record. Physical / physical agility and drug screen are required.

Contact: Phone: (727) 582-2090. E-mail: recruiter@sunstarems.com. Applications can be submitted from website www.sunstarems.com.

Continuous recruitment
. (Posted 9/18/06; updated 7/28/08)



Check these sites also (all links updated 6/25/07):

Continuous Recruitment
EMS Positions: Continuous Recruitment

Florida Hospital, Orlando (plus branches)
http://adventisthealthsystem.recruitmax.com/MAIN/careerportal/
Job_List.cfm?szSearchType=Advanced


Orlando Regional Healthcare, Orlando (plus branches)

https://orhjobs.orhs.org/search2.cfm

Health Central Hospital, Ocoee, FL
www.health-central.org/employment/

The following sites carry ads for all kinds of fire/rescue jobs (both links updated 6/25/07):

Fire Marshals and Inspectors Association Employment Page
www.ffmia.org/employment.htm

Florida Fire Chiefs' Association
http://ffca.associationcareernetwork.com/JobSeeker/Jobs.aspx

National Fire Protection Association
www.nfpa.org/categoryList.asp?categoryID=144&URL=Career Center

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