Entry Level EMS Coordinator Jobs
New grad ems coordinator jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or hands-on emergency services training can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like CoxHealth, Penn State Health, and Baptist Health System KY & IN hiring at this level now.
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Overview: The EMS Instructor provides high-quality educational and training opportunities to EMS System Members. Will provide Quality Assurance for system members, as well as chart review for Arrow and AirLife. Will support AHA course offerings for CREMS system members as well as work to support the Parkland medic program as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Understands pre-hospital and hospital care of critically ill and injured patients
- Maintains current knowledge through journals, seminars, in-services, and clinical practice
- Communicates effectively with:
- Hospital and pre-hospital personnel
- Hospital and IDPH administration
- Public safety and fire officials
- Regional healthcare professionals
- EMS Coordinator, EMS Project Director, and EMS Medical Director
- Follows chain of command when reporting variances or problems
- Provides training courses for:
- EMT-Basic
- EMT-Intermediate
- EMT-Paramedic
- Other qualified participants
- Delivers public presentations at professional courses as appropriate
- Offers continuing education for pre-hospital care providers within the EMS System
- Participates in the EMS System Quality Improvement plan
- Serves as liaison between Carle EMS System and member agencies
- Assists with maintaining records of system participants
- Provides prompt feedback during lab simulations
- Prepares classroom and course materials; assigns exercises and exams
- Instructs AHA programs for both community members and healthcare professionals
- Collaborates with management to create development plans for Instructor staff
- Organizes lab supplies, equipment, and manikins
- Assists with maintenance of medical equipment in the lab setting
QUALIFICATIONS
Licenses / Certifications
- Licensed Paramedic – Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) OR
- Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (AHA); required within 30 days
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association (AHA); required within 1 year
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association (AHA); required within 1 year
- Valid Driver’s License – Requirements vary
Education
- High School Diploma or GED OR
- College Diploma in Nursing
Work Experience
- 2+ years of Pre-Hospital ALS (Advanced Life Support) Care
SALARY RANGE: The compensation range for this position is $26.64 per hour - $44.49 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
Overview: The EMS Instructor provides high-quality educational and training opportunities to EMS System Members. Will provide Quality Assurance for system members, as well as chart review for Arrow and AirLife. Will support AHA course offerings for CREMS system members as well as work to support the Parkland medic program as assigned.
Responsibilities:
- Understands pre-hospital and hospital care of critically ill and injured patients
- Maintains current knowledge through journals, seminars, in-services, and clinical practice
- Communicates effectively with:
- Hospital and pre-hospital personnel
- Hospital and IDPH administration
- Public safety and fire officials
- Regional healthcare professionals
- EMS Coordinator, EMS Project Director, and EMS Medical Director
- Follows chain of command when reporting variances or problems
- Provides training courses for:
- EMT-Basic
- EMT-Intermediate
- EMT-Paramedic
- Other qualified participants
- Delivers public presentations at professional courses as appropriate
- Offers continuing education for pre-hospital care providers within the EMS System
- Participates in the EMS System Quality Improvement plan
- Serves as liaison between Carle EMS System and member agencies
- Assists with maintaining records of system participants
- Provides prompt feedback during lab simulations
- Prepares classroom and course materials; assigns exercises and exams
- Instructs AHA programs for both community members and healthcare professionals
- Collaborates with management to create development plans for Instructor staff
- Organizes lab supplies, equipment, and manikins
- Assists with maintenance of medical equipment in the lab setting
QUALIFICATIONS
Licenses / Certifications
- Licensed Paramedic – Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) OR
- Licensed Registered Professional Nurse (RN) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association (AHA); required within 30 days
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association (AHA); required within 1 year
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – American Heart Association (AHA); required within 1 year
- Valid Driver’s License – Requirements vary
Education
- High School Diploma or GED OR
- College Diploma in Nursing
Work Experience
- 2+ years of Pre-Hospital ALS (Advanced Life Support) Care
SALARY RANGE: The compensation range for this position is $26.64 per hour - $44.49 per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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Entry Level EMS Coordinator Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level ems coordinator job?
Start by gaining hands-on experience through EMT certification, volunteer EMS work, or internships with fire departments, hospitals, or ambulance services. At the entry level, employers look for candidates who understand emergency response protocols, can coordinate scheduling, and communicate clearly under pressure. A resume that highlights any direct patient care, dispatch experience, or public safety coursework gives you a real edge over applicants without field exposure.
Which companies hire entry level ems coordinators?
Companies hiring entry level ems coordinators right now include CoxHealth, Penn State Health, and Baptist Health System KY & IN, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this experience level, hiring tends to come from hospitals and health systems, municipal fire and EMS agencies, private ambulance companies, and third-party emergency management contractors.
Are there remote entry level ems coordinator jobs?
Yes, though most coordinator roles at this level involve on-site or field work given the operational nature of emergency services. About 0% of entry level ems coordinator openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve scheduling, documentation, compliance reporting, or administrative coordination rather than direct emergency response.
Are these new grad ems coordinator jobs?
Yes, many of the openings here are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome recent graduates and candidates with limited professional experience. A new grad friendly posting typically accepts zero to two years of experience, counts internships or ride-along hours toward qualifications, and considers a relevant certification or degree in emergency medical services, public health, or healthcare administration as a substitute for years on the job.
Which industries hire the most entry level ems coordinators?
Entry Level ems coordinator roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain active EMS operations, require ongoing staff coordination, and regularly bring on junior coordinators to support experienced teams with scheduling, compliance, and logistics.