Entry Level Paramedic Jobs
New grad paramedic jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical internship hours or field practicum work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, with employers like Acadian Ambulance Service, Ascension, and Mayo Clinic hiring at this level now.
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Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.
Penn State Health - Life Lion LLC
Location: US:PA: Lancaster
Work Type: PRN
FTE: 0.001
Shift: Varied
Hours: 12
Recruiter Contact: Denisse M. Rosado at drosado1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for administering advanced life support care on 911 emergency incidents and during transportation of patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Current certification as a Paramedic or PHRN in the Commonwealth of PA or eligible for and completion of reciprocity process, if certified in another state.
- AHA BLS required within six (6) months of hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification within 30 days of start date.
- Valid Driver's license or eligible for a Commonwealth of PA driver's license if out of state.
- PA DOH EMSVO certification within 30 days of start date.
- HazMat Awareness Training and NIMS (100, 200, 700, 800) required within 30 days of start date. Must obtain Medical Command within 90 days of start date.
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WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH LIFE LION?
Life Lion offers 24/7 emergency medical services (EMS) and 911 response to numerous municipalities throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, Lebanon, York, Lancaster, and Berks counties. The Life Lion team includes paramedics, emergency medical technicians, nurses, physicians, pilots, dispatchers, and mechanics who are highly trained to deliver lifesaving services – including advanced and basic life support. Our team also prepares patients for the level of care they’ll need once they arrive at the hospital. Our Critical Care staff members are among the most highly trained clinicians in the nation. They attend countless hours of continuing education and attend advanced clinical rotations so they can provide the same level of critical care in the out-of-hospital environment during transport.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: Non Bargained
Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.
Penn State Health - Life Lion LLC
Location: US:PA: Lancaster
Work Type: PRN
FTE: 0.001
Shift: Varied
Hours: 12
Recruiter Contact: Denisse M. Rosado at drosado1@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Responsible for administering advanced life support care on 911 emergency incidents and during transportation of patients.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Current certification as a Paramedic or PHRN in the Commonwealth of PA or eligible for and completion of reciprocity process, if certified in another state.
- AHA BLS required within six (6) months of hire.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification and Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification within 30 days of start date.
- Valid Driver's license or eligible for a Commonwealth of PA driver's license if out of state.
- PA DOH EMSVO certification within 30 days of start date.
- HazMat Awareness Training and NIMS (100, 200, 700, 800) required within 30 days of start date. Must obtain Medical Command within 90 days of start date.
-
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH LIFE LION?
Life Lion offers 24/7 emergency medical services (EMS) and 911 response to numerous municipalities throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, Lebanon, York, Lancaster, and Berks counties. The Life Lion team includes paramedics, emergency medical technicians, nurses, physicians, pilots, dispatchers, and mechanics who are highly trained to deliver lifesaving services – including advanced and basic life support. Our team also prepares patients for the level of care they’ll need once they arrive at the hospital. Our Critical Care staff members are among the most highly trained clinicians in the nation. They attend countless hours of continuing education and attend advanced clinical rotations so they can provide the same level of critical care in the out-of-hospital environment during transport.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: Non Bargained
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Entry Level Paramedic Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level paramedic job?
Employers hiring entry level paramedics prioritize current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification, completed paramedic program coursework, and documented clinical or ride-along hours. Candidates who can show hands-on field experience through internships or clinical rotations gain a clear edge. Tailoring your application to the specific service type, whether 911 response, interfacility transport, or fire-based EMS, also strengthens your candidacy at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level paramedics?
Companies hiring entry level paramedics right now include Acadian Ambulance Service, Ascension, and Mayo Clinic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. At this level, hiring comes from a mix of private ambulance services, hospital-based EMS systems, fire departments, and municipal emergency services agencies actively building their field crews.
Are there remote entry level paramedic jobs?
Yes, though most paramedic roles are field-based and on-site by nature. About 2% of entry level paramedic openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve clinical coordination, dispatch support, or EMS education roles rather than direct patient care in the field.
Are these new grad paramedic jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior paramedic roles alongside other entry level openings. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts completed clinical internship hours in place of paid work history, or explicitly invites candidates straight out of an accredited paramedic program to apply.
Which industries hire the most entry level paramedics?
Entry Level paramedic roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Consulting & Professional Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate high-volume emergency response systems, interfacility transport networks, and community health programs that depend on a steady pipeline of newly certified field providers.