Paramedic;

Paramedic (Full-Time)

Galveston Area Ambulance Authority | Galveston County Health District

Ready for a role where your work truly matters?
GAAA is looking for skilled, compassionate, and mission-driven Paramedics to join our growing EMS family.

If you want to work in a place where leadership knows your name, your team has your back, and your community genuinely appreciates you, you’ll fit right in.

Because we don’t just hire Paramedics—we invest in people.

Here’s what sets us apart:

• Outstanding retirement package to secure your future

• Affordable medical insurance for you & your family

• Generous PTO so you can actually recharge

• FREE life insurance & long-term disability

• FREE parking (yes, really!)

• Supportive, collaborative culture that values strong EMS teamwork

• Opportunities to grow within an established county health district

• A chance to serve a community that truly needs and appreciates EMS

You’ll be the calm in the chaos, the critical thinker at the scene, and the advocate for every patient you touch.

• Assess, stabilize, and provide lifesaving interventions in emergency & non-emergency situations

• Deliver safe, compassionate care during transport

• Administer medications, perform advanced airway management, and utilize all tools in your scope

• Relay critical information to hospitals and follow Medical Director protocols

• Provide clear, accurate ePCR documentation

• Maintain ambulance readiness, equipment safety, and cleanliness

• Perform minor equipment troubleshooting and report mechanical issues

• Work closely with your partner, supervisors, and system leadership to ensure smooth operations

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Texas‑licensed Paramedic / EMT-P

• CPR, ACLS & PALS certifications

• Valid TX Driver’s License & clean MVR

• Ability to work in high‑pressure environments and deliver excellent patient care

• Strong communication & customer service skills

• Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays as needed

• Must pass background, drug/alcohol screening

• Protocol certification from Medical Director within 30 days

Preferred but not required:
Prior field experience as an EMT-P.

We currently have FULL‑TIME schedules available.
Whether you're building your EMS career, coming from another agency, or looking for additional shifts, we’re open to finding what works for you.

No phone calls, please.
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Our Mission: Protecting and Promoting the One Health of Galveston County