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Join Medford Fire as a Single Role Paramedic and serve on the front lines of emergency medical care in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. You'll lead patient care on our EMS Squads, responding to 911 calls, supporting fire personnel, making a direct impact in our community. This is more than a job—it’s a chance to grow your career, build your skills, and contribute to an expanding EMS program designed to provide coverage during high-demand hours. If you're passionate about pre-hospital care and ready for a challenging, rewarding role, we want to hear from you.  Go to Medfordoregon.gov to apply for this position!


Required Education and Experience:
  • Graduation from high school or GED equivalent; and
  • One (1) year of relevant full-time paramedic or related medical experience; and
  • Associate degree in paramedicine or other specific area of study as deemed applicable; and 
  • Possession of and ability to obtain and maintain a State of Oregon Paramedic License; and 
  • Possession of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification; and
  • Possession of CPR for Healthcare Providers certification or equivalent.
Available Schedule:
  • 4/10 schedule (four 10-hour shifts per week)
  • Workdays may rotate based on operational needs
  • An alternative fixed schedule is being considered: Friday–Monday
Compensation & Information on Benefits:

This position is part of the IAFF employee group. 

Learn more about our benefits HERE.  

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**This position includes a 4.0% combined Cost-of-Living and Salary Adjustment effective July 1, 2025**
The anticipated hiring range for the Single Role Paramedic position is $33.12 (first step) to $34.78 or $36.51 (second or third step). The City of Medford determines starting pay based on an evaluation of relevant education, experience, and qualifications as provided by the applicant in their application materials, alongside others who perform work of comparable character consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act. Three steps are included in this salary range, allowing opportunity for annual movement through the steps. 

Healthcare Benefits:
  • Medical, vision and dental benefits for employee and family, paid at 100% by the City with the opportunity to buy-up to a lower deductible plan
  • Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment insurance – policy value of $50,000 paid by the City
  • Long-term disability insurance provided by the City
  • Health Reimbursement Account (HRA-VEBA) contributions provided by the City

Retirement Benefits:
  • Oregon Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) lifetime pension after retirement at no cost to employee
  • PERS is 100% fully paid as the City pays both the employer and the employee’s (6%) contributions
  • Deferred Compensation retirement plan (Section 457 Plan) for employee's retirement planning
Additional Benefits:
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • The City’s Wellness Program promotes physical, social, emotional, intellectual, financial and environmental wellness with various goals and challenges to participate in throughout the year. Employees may qualify for wellness incentives by completing milestones set within the program up to $200 annually
Examples of Job Duties:
Essential Functions of the Position:
  • Performs initial and secondary patient assessments and administers basic and/or advanced life support measures within their scope of practice.
  • Provides ongoing lead direction on an EMS Squad as a skilled Paramedic; has decision making authority for the crew in matters of patient care, packaging, and treatment. 
  • Provides field training, mentoring, coaching and guidance for assigned Basic Life Support personnel.
  • Responds to emergency situations and performs physical assessment, treatment, and packaging of sick or injured patients. 
  • Works within the established chain of command in the performance of duties; follows all orders, rules, policies, standard operating guidelines (SOG's), medical protocols, safety practices; makes rapid decisions as to appropriate course of action within their scope of practice.
  • Directs and documents treatment for all patients.
  • Directs and performs patient lifting and carrying maneuvers without causing additional injury.
  • Directs and completes regular inventories, checks and maintenance of assigned EMS Squads, EMS equipment, tools and supplies.
  • Completes various City, department and state reports detailing vehicle or personal injury accidents, patient care, and other incidents or events.
  • Operates and teaches the use of various pieces of medical equipment including suction units, cardiac monitor/defibrillators, stretchers, and other assigned medical instruments/supplies and devices according to department standards.
  • Safely operates emergency vehicles in varying conditions and situations according to departmental standards.
  • Performs various EMS services at special events, provides rehabilitation and support on fire incidents. 
  • Complies with all requirements for training and recertification as defined in the established policies and regulations of the department, State of Oregon, and OSHA.
  • Performs field training, observation, and documentation internally and for EMT / Paramedic program internships.


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Job Type : Full-Time

Education Level : High School

Experience Level : Entry Level

Job Function : Customer Service, Development, General

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