EMT Jobs in California

EMT jobs in California concentrate in emergency medical services, fire-based EMS systems, and private ambulance transport, with demand at every level from entry-level basic to advanced EMT and paramedic. Los Angeles, San Diego, and the San Francisco Bay Area account for the largest share of openings, anchored by employers like AMR, the Los Angeles County Fire Department, and Falck. High-call-volume urban response, interfacility transport, and event medical standby are the most consistently in-demand specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles75
Top employerPremier Ambulance
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring52
Work type100% On-site
Top credentialEMT Certification

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EMT Officer
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EMT Officer
Chicken Ranch Casino
Jamestown, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
EMT Certification
501-1,000

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Home Care Companion, PCA, HHA, CNA, EMT, LPN, RN
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Home Care Companion, PCA, HHA, CNA, EMT, LPN, RN
Localposh
Santa Maria, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$24.42 - $29.41/hr
On-Site
EMT Certification

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EMT / Paramedic - PRN
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EMT / Paramedic - PRN
TANG & COMPANY
Sacramento, California
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$28 - $35/hr
201-500

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EMT - Emergency Room Full Time - Nights 7pm
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EMT - Emergency Room Full Time - Nights 7pm
MLK Community Healthcare
Los Angeles, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Laboratory Science
$22.06 - $34.19/hr
BLS Certification
1,001-5,000

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Safety Officer EMT
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Safety Officer EMT
Wisteria at Warner Center
Woodland Hills, California
Compliance & Risk
Health & Safety
Health & Safety (EHS & OHS)
Project Management

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EMT Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Los Angeles
9 jobs
San Diego
6 jobs
Sacramento
3 jobs
Blythe
2 jobs
Cotati
2 jobs
Covina
2 jobs
Carlsbad
2 jobs
La Jolla
2 jobs
Santa Maria
2 jobs

EMT Job Market in California

A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Premier Ambulance12
  • Emanate Health4
  • BrightStar Care4
  • UCLA Health3
  • Vituity2

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in EMT jobs across California.

  • Valid California EMT certification issued by a local EMS authority under EMSA oversight
  • Current CPR certification at the BLS Healthcare Provider level or equivalent
  • Valid California driver's license with a clean driving record
  • Ability to lift and transfer patients following California occupational health standards
  • High school diploma or GED required by most California EMS agencies
  • Prior field experience or completion of a California-accredited EMT training program preferred

EMT Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a emt in California?

To work as an emt in California, you must complete a state-approved EMT training program and then obtain certification through a local EMS agency (LEMSA) under the California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA). After finishing your coursework and clinical hours, you pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians exam, then apply for local certification in the county where you plan to work. Each county LEMSA sets its own application requirements and renewal timelines.

Which companies hire emts in California?

California emt roles are posted by Premier Ambulance, Emanate Health, and BrightStar Care and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's mix of large urban fire departments, private ambulance companies, and hospital-based EMS programs means hiring stays active across multiple employer types throughout the year.

Which California cities have the most emt jobs?

Los Angeles, San Diego, and Sacramento are the California cities with the most emt openings, reflecting both the sheer size of their populations and the concentration of major ambulance contractors, county fire departments, and level-one trauma centers that consistently post positions in those metro areas.

Are there remote emt jobs in California?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of emt openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, since most emt work requires physical patient contact in the field or at a facility. The small remote-eligible slice tends to involve EMS education, quality assurance review, dispatch coordination, or administrative roles within larger EMS agencies.

How can I get hired as a emt in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying directly to private ambulance companies like AMR or Falck, which regularly hire newly certified basics for interfacility transport runs, a lower-acuity environment where new EMTs build volume quickly. California county EMS agencies and hospital-based programs also post entry-level openings that consider candidates straight out of a LEMSA-approved training program. Volunteering with a local fire department auxiliary or community EMS service adds field hours that strengthen any application, and holding a current NREMT certification before applying puts you ahead of candidates still in process.

Where can I find and apply to emt jobs in California?

You can find and apply to emt jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current California openings across private ambulance companies, fire-based EMS systems, and hospital programs. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification level and preferred region, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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