Lead Paramedic

Description

MaineHealth EMS | Scarborough Base
Full-Time | Rotating 12 and 24-Hour Shifts
Professional - Clinical
Req #: 81813

*$10,000 Sign-On Bonus* (full-time)
*current MH Employees are not eligible - previous MH Employees must be separated for at least 6-months*

Summary:
The Lead Paramedic role provides both basic and advanced life support during emergency pre-hospital and interfacility transfer care to patients when indicated by the patient’s injury or illness in accordance with state and local protocols. Organizes and directs the daily operations of assigned base.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

1. Education: Completion of Paramedic Course required.
2. License/Certifications: Current applicable state(s) license as a Paramedic required. Valid Driver’s License required. Current BLS Certification required. PIFT Certification required within six months of start date. Locations in New Hampshire require a NH Paramedic License with a National Registry Paramedic License.
3. Experience: One year of relevant experience preferred.
4. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: N/A
5. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A

Additional Information

MaineHealth is committed to fostering a supportive, inclusive environment where care team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve across Maine and New Hampshire. We offer competitive benefits including paid parental leave, flexible work options, student loan assistance, professional development opportunities, and well-being resources—so you can grow your career while feeling supported both personally and professionally.

We recognize the value each team member brings to our organization. Any offer of employment will depend on qualifications such as skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other job-related factors. The base range is an estimate and does not reflect the full value of our total compensation package.

The pay range for this position is $27.27 to $36.88 per hour.

Compensation for part-time positions is determined on a prorated basis consistent with the scheduled hours and applicable full-time equivalent (FTE). 

In addition to base pay, MaineHealth offers comprehensive benefits, recognition programs, career growth opportunities, and, where applicable, shift differentials or other incentives. 

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