About this Paramedic - Albuquerque Ambulance role at Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location Address:
4500 Montbel Pl NE Albuquerque, NM 87107-6832Compensation Pay Range:
Minimum Offer $24.27 Maximum Offer $41.33Summary:
This position performs expert level patient care within State approved scope of practice. Provides prehospital emergency care and transport for injured and/or ill patients for Albuquerque Ambulance Service, a division of Presbyterian Healthcare Services.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.
• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department
• EPIC electronic charting system
Responsibilities:
Join Albuquerque Ambulance Services (AAS) as a Paramedic and become a vital part of New Mexico's leading emergency medical team!
As a Paramedic, you'll deliver prehospital 911 emergency care and inter-facility transportation (IFT). You'll also benefit from on-site social workers, investments medical equipment to support our crews, and comprehensive benefits from day one.
Enjoy the diverse landscapes and recreational opportunities New Mexico offers while advancing your career with educational assistance and high-volume experience. Be part of a family atmosphere at AAS, where your growth and well-being matter. Join us in making a difference every day!
Work Schedule: (3) 13-hour shifts or (4) 10-hour shifts in Days, Nights, or Swings.
Sign-on bonuses of $4,000-$7,500 depending on level of experience and Relocation bonus of $3,500-$6,000, available for qualified candidates.
We support you at AAS. Here's how:
- On-site social worker supporting field crews
- Image Trend Elite Charting Software
- Stryker Hydraulic Gurneys in every unit
- Stryker Hydraulic Loading Systems in every unit
- LIFEPAK 15 and LIFEPAK 35 Cardiac Monitors
- UESCOPE Video Laryngoscope
- Onsite gym at AAS, accessible 24/7 and discounted gym memberships citywide
- Education assistance toward a bachelor’s and/or master’s Degree
- All in-house CEs required for NM state licensure and National Registry
- All in-house carded classes (i.e. BLS, ACLS, etc.)
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits effective day one
- Retirement options with organizational match
- Longevity bonuses distributed quarterly, ranging from an additional $1,000-$10,000 annually determined by years of organizational service and pointage of position.
- Grow your career with ease: Our Paramedic roles include three experience‑based levels, and you can be promoted as soon as you meet each benchmark—no applying, no competing, just a raise!
Shift Differentials:
- $2.00 per hour - Ambulance Service Differential, earned on all hours worked.
- $5.00 per hour - Night Differential, earned on eligible night hours, stacks on base rate.
- $3.00 per hour - Weekend Differential, earned on eligible weekend hours, stacks on base rate.
- $2.00 per hour - Bachelor's OR $3.00/hour Master's Education Differential, if in approved focus, earned on all hours worked.
How you support the community:
- Provides prehospital 911 emergency care and/or Inter-facility transportation for injured and/or ill patients within ABC EMS Protocols.
- Documents and maintain accurate medical records for patient encounters through “ImageTrend Elite”.
- Operates emergency vehicle in a safe manner, consistent with EVOC.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma/GED equivalent required
- Current New Mexico driver’s license is required without relevant restrictions within 30 days of hire.
- Must be at least 18 years of age with a driving record insurable per Presbyterian policy
- New Mexico Paramedic license required NM EMS Bureau
- Must have current ACLS and BLS through AHA, ASHI, or Red Cross
- Must be up to date with FEMA 100, 200, 700 courses
- EMT experience preferred
- Must pass physical abilities assessment
- Must obtain medical examiner certification/DOT certification as part of on-boarding
We're all about well-being, starting with yours.
Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.
Learn more about our employee benefits.
About Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.
Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.
AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.
Compensation Disclaimer
The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.
