Travel Paramedic - $33 to $43 per hour in Sparks, NV

AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Paramedic in Sparks, Nevada, 89431!

Paramedic | Sparks, NV | 13 Weeks Contract

When every second counts, great paramedics bring more than clinical skills—they bring composure, confidence, and the ability to make critical decisions when the pressure is on.

We’re seeking an experienced Paramedic to join a dedicated emergency medical services team in Sparks, NV. If you’re ready for a challenging assignment where your expertise can make a real difference, this opportunity is worth a look.

Job Details

• Position: Paramedic
• Location: Sparks, NV
• Contract Length: 13 Weeks
• Shift: Day Shift
• Hours:40 Hours Per Week
• Schedule:Sunday–Tuesday and Thursday–Saturday
• Experience Required: 1 Year
• Pay Rate:$33 to $43 per hour

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide advanced emergency medical care to patients in pre-hospital and emergency situations
• Assess patients quickly and accurately to determine the appropriate level of care
• Perform advanced life-support procedures within scope of practice and established protocols
• Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, oxygen saturation, and other critical patient indicators
• Administer medications and perform advanced emergency interventions as authorized
• Perform airway management, including advanced airway techniques when clinically indicated
• Provide cardiac monitoring, defibrillation, cardioversion, and other emergency cardiac interventions as required
• Provide trauma care, including bleeding control, spinal precautions, splinting, and other emergency interventions
• Respond effectively to medical emergencies, traumatic injuries, and other urgent situations
• Provide pediatric and adult emergency care according to established protocols
• Communicate effectively with receiving hospitals, physicians, nurses, dispatch personnel, and other emergency responders
• Safely transport patients while continuously monitoring their condition
• Maintain accurate and complete patient care reports and clinical documentation
• Maintain emergency medical equipment, medications, and supplies in a ready-to-use condition
• Participate in emergency preparedness, disaster response, and incident command activities
• Follow applicable EMS protocols, OSHA standards, HIPAA requirements, and patient safety practices
• Maintain professional composure and compassionate communication with patients and families during stressful situations

Required Certifications & Credentials

• Current NREMT Paramedic Certification
• Current AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Current AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Current AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Current ITLS or PHTLS
• ICS 100
• ICS 200
• ICS 700
• ICS 800

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Minimum 1 year of recent Paramedic experience
• Current NREMT Paramedic Certification required
• Strong knowledge of advanced emergency medical procedures and protocols
• Experience providing emergency care to adult and pediatric patients
• Strong assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills
• Ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure emergency situations
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• Strong understanding of patient safety, infection prevention, and emergency preparedness
• Ability to work independently while coordinating effectively with EMS and healthcare team