Rural Paramedic

Summary

Join Royal Ambulance as a Rural Paramedic in Gerlach, NV, a unique role combining year-round emergency care with event support during Burning Man. You will be responsible for delivering advanced life support (ALS) in a remote area, collaborating with local first responders, and providing community education. This position requires exceptional clinical skills, adaptability, and the ability to handle high-stress situations. The role involves a lower call volume but includes additional training and preparedness activities. Competitive compensation and continuous training opportunities are offered. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a unique community.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older (for insurance purposes)
• Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
• Valid Nevada Paramedic License with ambulance endorsement (or nationally registered paramedic able to obtain Nevada license prior to employment start)
• AHA BLS, ACLS, and PALS
• Trauma certification (PHTLS or ITLS)
• Completion of ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-300, IS-015B, ICS-700, and IS-800 courses (prior to employment)
• TB Test and Flu Shot (within the last year)
• Immunization Records (Tdap, Varicella, HepB, and MMR within last 10 years)

Responsibilities

• Prompt and reliable attendance; ensure constant preparedness for emergency responses
• Deliver high-quality Advanced Life Support (ALS) patient care according to Royal Ambulance Nevada protocols, procedures, and best practices
• Rapidly respond to emergency calls via ambulance, quick response vehicles (QRV/4x4), or other necessary methods
• Collaborate closely and professionally with Gerlach Volunteer Fire Department, community members, and other partner agencies
• Provide training and educational support to volunteer firefighters and community residents
• Maintain ambulances, equipment, and medical devices in clean, organized, response-ready conditions
• Clearly document patient care reports and communicate effectively with receiving facilities
• Participate actively in continuous education, team development, and training exercises
• Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and composure during high-stress situations
• Engage with special events, notably the Burning Man festival, integrating regular duties with temporary operational expansions
• Handle protected health information (PHI) according to HIPAA standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience as a medic in rural, austere, or remote operational environments
• Prior fire service experience or certifications (e.g., Firefighter I, extrication)
• EMS Instructor experience
• Prior Burning Man event or similar event medical operations experience
• Experience working and living in communal, close-quarter environments

Benefits

• $90,000 - $95,000 a year
• Competitive compensation with additional incentives
• Continuous training and career growth opportunities
• Collaborative team dedicated to clinical excellence
• Meaningful impact within a unique community