EMS Provider
TOWN OF WALDOBORO – Waldoboro, ME

Job description
The Waldoboro Emergency Medical Service Department is currently accepting applications for a skilled and dedicated EMS Provider (Paramedic License Preferred) to join our team. As an EMS Provider, you will play a crucial role in providing emergency medical care to patients in need. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in people's lives and contribute to the well-being of our community.  The schedule consists of two 24-hour shifts per week with 16 hours of overtime per two-week pay period. Applicants must be able to work 24-hour shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Responsibilities:
– Respond to emergency calls and provide medical assistance to patients
– Assess patient conditions and administer appropriate medical treatments
– Perform triage and prioritize patient care based on severity of injuries or illnesses
– Administer medications, including injections, as directed by medical professionals
– Conduct venipuncture and collect blood samples for laboratory testing
– Monitor vital signs and document patient information accurately
– Assist with lifting and transferring patients safely
– Operate and maintain emergency medical equipment (DME)
– Communicate effectively with medical professionals and relay patient information
– Provide emotional support to patients and their families during emergencies

Experience:
To be successful in this role, you should have the following experience and qualifications:
– Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
– Strong knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
– Experience administering injections and medications
– Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary
– Proficiency in venipuncture techniques
– Familiarity with triage procedures and protocols
– Excellent understanding of vital signs monitoring

Note: An ideal applicant would have a valid State of Maine Paramedic License, PIFT, valid CPR card, AVOC (or equivalent) certification, valid PHTLS, PALS, ACLS, and relevant ICS certifications. Candidates who are not licensed as paramedics will not be required to maintain ACLS or PALS but will be responsible for other certifications pertinent to the license level.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our EMS Providers.  If you are passionate about providing high-quality emergency medical care and making a positive impact in your community, we encourage you to apply for this position.

For questions, please contact Chief Derek Booker, at [email protected] (207) 832-2160. Please submit a cover letter, and letter of interest by April 30, 2024.

Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $20.00 – $27.00 per hour
Expected hours: 48 per week
Benefits:
 Dental Insurance
 Employee assistance program
 Health insurance
 Life insurance
 Paid time off
 Retirement plan
 Vision insurance
Hospital specialties:
 Emergency Medicine
Schedule:
 Overtime

Work Location: In person

Summary Description

Camp Chewonki is looking for an EMT, WFR, or nursing student to join our team this summer! Chewonki is a wilderness-based camp located on a 400-acre coastal campus in Midcoast Maine! Our campus has a beautiful waterfront, hiking trails, a working farm, and an aviary. We serve approximately 400 boys, girls, and gender non-binary children each summer as they focus on community building, outdoor living skills, natural history, farm and food systems, and watercraft.  

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children to join our health team of Registered Nurses, health center aides (EMTS, WFRs, or nursing students), a Mental Health Coordinator, and mental health aides. Our health center aides oversee the health needs of participants on campus as well as those on remote, backcountry trips.

Prerequisites

• Prior work experience utilizing the EMT or WFR certification required
• At Least 21 years old to drive participants

• Digital literacy (Google Suite, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license and driving record approved by Chewonki’s Insurance Carrier
• Must Pass Background Check

Essential Responsibilities

• Complete health checks on each participant during opening day
• Manage medications and refills during the duration of camp
• Treat injuries and illnesses of participants, including driving to doctor’s appointments or urgent care.
• Triage health needs of participants on remote, backcountry trips via satellite phone
• Oversee stocking and organization of supplies and med kits

Benefits

• Salary of $5,000 for the full summer
• Meals during shift hours
• Travel stipend 
• Discount on programming for immediate family members
• $200 refer a friend bonus
• Academic internship credit possible

Link to application:  https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=0320bc40-7a18-452e-ae7a-b4d87b0adb89&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=484325&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Summary Description

Camp Chewonki is looking for an EMT, WFR, or nursing student to join our team this summer! Chewonki is a wilderness-based camp located on a 400-acre coastal campus in Midcoast Maine! Our campus has a beautiful waterfront, hiking trails, a working farm, and an aviary. We serve approximately 400 boys, girls, and gender non-binary children each summer as they focus on community building, outdoor living skills, natural history, farm and food systems, and watercraft.  

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with children to join our health team of Registered Nurses, health center aides (EMTS, WFRs, or nursing students), a Mental Health Coordinator, and mental health aides. Our health center aides oversee the health needs of participants on campus as well as those on remote, backcountry trips.

• Location: Wiscasset, Maine (On Campus, in-person)
• Schedule/ 2024 Dates: June 19, 2024 – August 11, 2024
• Reports to: Supervising Registered Nurse

Prerequisites

• Prior work experience utilizing the EMT or WFR certification required
• At Least 21 years old to drive participants

• Digital literacy (Google Suite, etc.)
• Valid driver’s license and driving record approved by Chewonki’s Insurance Carrier
• Must Pass Background Check

Essential Responsibilities

• Complete health checks on each participant during opening day
• Manage medications and refills during the duration of camp
• Treat injuries and illnesses of participants, including driving to doctor’s appointments or urgent care.
• Triage health needs of participants on remote, backcountry trips via satellite phone
• Oversee stocking and organization of supplies and med kits

Residential Responsibilities

• Hold the on-call phone and respond to camper health needs overnight, as necessary

Benefits

• Salary of $5,000 for the full summer
• Meals during shift hours
• Travel stipend 
• Discount on programming for immediate family members
• $200 refer a friend bonus
• Academic internship credit possible

Link to application:  https://workforcenow.adp.com/mascsr/default/mdf/recruitment/recruitment.html?cid=0320bc40-7a18-452e-ae7a-b4d87b0adb89&ccId=19000101_000001&jobId=484324&source=CC2&lang=en_US

Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic

Town of Bucksport, ME Fire Department

New 42-Hour Work Week

The Town of Bucksport, Maine is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Full-Time Firefighter/Paramedic.

 We provide coverage to nearly 8,000 citizens and have an annual call volume of over 1,700 calls. Applicants must be licensed at the Paramedic level. Candidates with State of Maine or Pro-Board Firefighter I, and/or Firefighter II desired. Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent. Applicants will be required to pass a full background check, medical exam, and training assessment. The position remains open until filled.

Applications may be obtained by visiting www.bucksportmaine.gov; or, by emailing:

[email protected]. Please submit a completed application and employment background investigation authorization form, along with a resume to: [email protected], or by mail to:

Bucksport Fire Department

Attn: Deputy Fire Chief Michael Denning

P.O. Box 1848

Bucksport, ME 04416.

Questions may be directed to Deputy Fire Chief Michael Denning at 207-469-7951.

The Town of Bucksport is an equal opportunity employer.

FREEPORT FIRE/RESCUE DEPARTMENT

SHIFT CAPTAIN

The Town of Freeport is seeking qualified professionals to join our full-time supervisory team at the Freeport Fire/Rescue Department in the position of Shift Captain. These positions will be responsible for the direct delivery of firefighting and EMS services and will provide shift leadership and supervision under a command structure answering to the Chief Officers of the department. As shift supervisors, candidates are expected to lead an assigned 24-hour shift in the daily activities of equipment readiness, station maintenance, and training. Shift supervisors will typically be part of a crew of four front-line responders assigned each day.

Typical shifts begin at 0700 hours and are 24 hours on, 24 hours off, 24 hours on, followed by 5 days off, for an average work week of 42 hours. Candidates are expected to work any weekends, holidays, and nights that fall within their assigned shifts on this eight-day rotation. There is the potential for call and/or overtime work on an occasional basis.

Applicants must at a minimum possess a valid Maine class C or higher commercial driver’s license. A Maine EMS Advanced EMT license and Maine FF1 and FF2 certification or equivalent are preferred. A Maine EMS Paramedic’s license is preferred. Candidates who currently possess a Basic EMT license, and who intend to increase their licensing level to an Advanced EMT license within one year may be considered for the position(s).

Other requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Minimum 5 years of EMS/firefighter experience.
• Successful completion of a Hazardous Materials Awareness class
• Effective supervisory skills and supervisory experience are a plus
• Successful completion of ICS 100, 200, & 700 classes
• Current certification in ICS 300, or ability to acquire

The Town offers a generous benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Short-Term Disability, and Life Insurance, as well as retirement, vacation, and sick leave.

Review of applicants will begin January 10, 2024, and will continue until filled.

Return the application with a cover letter and resume to:

Judy Hawley, Assistant Town Manager

30 Main Street

Freeport, ME  04032

[email protected]

The Town of Freeport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in the workplace. Members of traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply for employment.

Deputy Fire-EMS Chief

The Town of Freeport, Maine (pop. 8,737) is seeking a community-oriented leader to be its next

Deputy Fire-EMS Chief. Freeport is a desirable residential community, as well as one of Maine’s

leading tourist destinations with millions of visitors annually. The town has a vibrant

retail/commercial base and is the home of world-famous retailer L.L.Bean, Inc. Located

conveniently 20 miles north of Portland, Maine’s largest city, Freeport is known for its coastal and recreational amenities.

The ideal candidate will have a solid background in both EMS and Fire Service. Candidates should possess strong leadership skills, as well as experience providing training, QA/QI, information technology, and supervisory experience regarding personnel issues.

The Deputy Chief assists the Chief with oversight of a 50-member department; including career staff, per diem staff, and call company members.  Call volume is 1,680 covering 25 square miles including the Interstate Highway.  The department has close working relations with our bordering towns with automatic and mutual aid agreements.

The preferred candidate must possess a valid Maine Class C or higher commercial driver’s license.  A Maine EMS Paramedic license, Maine FF1 certification or equivalent required.  A Degree in Fire Science-EMS a plus.

The Town of Freeport offers an excellent benefits package including health, dental, life insurance, income protection, retirement plan choices, paid vacations, sick, and holiday time.

Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references to:

Deputy Fire-EMS Chief Search

Town  of Freeport

30 Main Street

Freeport, ME  04032

Email applications may be sent to [email protected]

Review of applicants will begin January 10, 2024, and will continue until filled.

The Town of Freeport is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or harassment in the workplace. Members of traditionally underrepresented communities are encouraged to apply for employment.

Central Lincoln County Ambulance Service
Full-time EMT/Advanced EMT Opening

Central Lincoln County Ambulance Service is a growing EMS agency serving the communities of Bremen, Bristol, Damariscotta, Edgecomb, Jefferson, Newcastle, Nobleboro, and South Bristol. CLCAS is currently seeking motivated applicants for a full-time EMT or Advanced EMT position.

EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic Applicant Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Maine EMT license.
• Have or obtain an Advanced EMT License within one year of employment.
• Valid Maine driver’s license.
• AVOC/EVOC is required within six months of employment.
• BLS CPR
• IS100/700
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age

Employee Benefits:

• Stryker Auto-load systems
• LUCAS Devices
• Health/dental insurance
• 403(b) Retirement with 7% employer match
• 120 Hours of earned time annually
• Tuition Assistance
• Access to CE Solutions online CEH Classes

Starting Pay:

EMTs: $22-$24/hour
AEMTS $24-$26/hour
Paramedics $27-$30/hour

Application Deadline: Monday, January 24 th, 2024

For more information on how to apply visit: https://clcambulanceservice.org/employment

Shapleigh Rescue

Shapleigh Rescue is looking to hire AEMTs and Paramedics for 12-hour shifts.

Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must have a Maine AEMT license or higher
• Must have a valid driver’s license, preferably with EVOC
• Must have a High School diploma or GED

Wages per Experience Level Provider:

• AEMT  $22.00/hr
• Paramedic  $24.00/hr
• + $1.00/hr Weekend Differential

For questions or to apply contact Gene at [email protected] or 207-636-2211

The Lincoln Maine Fire Department is seeking licensed paramedics to join our ranks. Lincoln is one of the busiest fire departments in Penobscot County with a combined call volume of approximately 2,000 calls a year. Firefighters/Paramedics will have the opportunity to rotate onto the engine; whereas Paramedics who do not wish to do fire operations will be assigned to an ambulance.

Now Hiring

Winterport Ambulance Service

          The Winterport Ambulance Service, part of the Winterport Fire and Rescue Association, a private non-profit organization, is currently seeking applications for all Levels of EMS, from EMTs to Paramedics. Our department responds to an average of 500 emergency calls annually between Winterport and Frankfort.

The service operates with one frontline ambulance staffed 24/7 and a backup ambulance stocked at the AEMT level. Shifts are per-diem, 12-hour blocks, running from 0600-1800 and 1800 0600.

Minimum qualifications include a Maine Driver’s license and AVOC or EVOC certification. Members receive a $2.10/hour stipend for staying at the station. Hourly pay rates, including stipend, are as follows:

• Driver $16.80
• EMT: $18.90
• AEMT: $19.95
• Paramedic: $23.10

Other Benefits include paid holidays, earned time off, and a clothing allowance.

If you or someone you know may be interested in joining our Team, please contact:

Chief Billy Hawkes

Winterport Ambulance

207-505-7965

[email protected]