Discover Your Future At Metro West Ambulance

EMTs and Paramedics who choose Metro West Ambulance select one of Oregon’s most trusted EMS providers. We’re committed to employing individuals who meet our high standards of professionalism and integrity.

Applicants must be at least 21 years old with a good driving record. All ALS units operate under progressive standing orders, which include advanced airway procedures (paralytics), liberal treatment protocols and a highly developed trauma system. Our career ladder has several steps to provide individuals diverse experiences and training to prepare them for a career in EMS.

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EMT Students, NREMTs, & EMTs

We do not have any current openings for EMT Students, NREMTs, or EMTs.  Please be sure to keep an eye out for future openings!.

Paramedics

What if you could work on an ambulance and have work-life balance, all without taking a pay cut? Metro West Ambulance is currently recruiting Paramedics to join our team. With locations in both Hillsboro and Clackamas and some of the largest hospital partnerships in the area, we offer a wide variety of positions for Paramedics who are looking for a change of pace. Paramedics working in our IFT division staff ALS units which run a variety of calls, including hospital to hospital transfers (including stroke, STEMI, trauma, etc.), hospital discharges, critical care transports with our ICU level nurses, organs for transplant, and much more. Not quite ready to give up 911 completely? We also have hybrid ALS units that work a mix of IFT as well as 911 shifts. If you’re looking to expand your clinical skills, we also provide both Community Paramedicine and Critical Care Paramedic training.

With hard off times, flexible schedules, generous PTO, and additional personal days available on top of PTO, we’ve made working full time on an ambulance and actually having work-life balance a reality. We offer competitive salaries and will match your years of experience in both pay and benefits.

Requirements of the Paramedic position include:

  • Current Oregon Paramedic License
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PHTLS, and pediatric certifications (accepted pediatric certifications include PALS, PEPP, or EPC)
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Minimum of 21 years in age
  • Applicants must meet Metro West Ambulance’s motor vehicle record, National/Federal and criminal background check, drug & alcohol screening, and physical requirement standards. Metro West Ambulance is a drug free work place.

Just some of our benefits include:

  • 401K with employer matching (up to 5%)
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Paid continuing education
  • Various tuition assistance programs
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Paid community volunteerism opportunities
  • Paid time off, including paid sabbaticals
  • $10,000 life insurance policy free to employees

With over 1,000 employees, the Metro West Ambulance Family of Companies have been Oregon’s most trusted EMS provider since 1953, delivering advanced life support and medical transportation services in Washington, Clatsop, Coos, Douglas, Roseburg, Lane and Lincoln Counties. Our Family of Companies also serve Pacific, Yakima, Clallam, Kitsap, Mason, and Thurston Counties in Washington, as well as Del Norte County in Northern California.

Metro West Ambulance is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or other non-merit factors. Metro West Ambulance is a drug free work place.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $69,000.00 – $101,000.00 per year

Wages, Benefits, & Work Schedules

Metro West Ambulance hires career-oriented employees who match the company goal of meeting each customer’s needs. Our company offers a complete benefits package that includes health and life insurance, vacation pay, well pay, sick pay, 401k retirement, holiday pay, and an employee assistance program (EAP). Work schedules include 8, 10, 12, and 24 hour shifts. Metro West offers better than competitive wages.

Oregon EMS Provider Licensure

Oregon Health Authority’s EMS and Trauma Systems Program licenses these professionals in the state of Oregon: EMR, EMT, AEMT, EMT-I and Paramedics.  To apply for your initial license, please visit here.

For out of state EMTs and Paramedics, please review Oregon reciprocity requirements here.

Current Job Openings

Paramedic

What if you could work on an ambulance and have work-life balance, all without taking a pay cut? Metro West Ambulance is currently recruiting Paramedics to join our team. With locations in both Hillsboro and Clackamas and some of the largest hospital partnerships in the area, we offer a wide variety of positions for Paramedics who are looking for a change of pace. Paramedics working in our IFT division staff ALS units which run a variety of calls, including hospital to hospital transfers (including stroke, STEMI, trauma, etc.), hospital discharges, critical care transports with our ICU level nurses, organs for transplant, and much more. Not quite ready to give up 911 completely? We also have hybrid ALS units that work a mix of IFT as well as 911 shifts. If you’re looking to expand your clinical skills, we also provide both Community Paramedicine and Critical Care Paramedic training.

With hard off times, flexible schedules, generous PTO, and additional personal days available on top of PTO, we’ve made working full time on an ambulance and actually having work-life balance a reality. We offer competitive salaries and will match your years of experience in both pay and benefits.

Requirements of the Paramedic position include:

  • Current Oregon Paramedic License
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PHTLS, and pediatric certifications (accepted pediatric certifications include PALS, PEPP, or EPC)
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Minimum of 21 years in age
  • Applicants must meet Metro West Ambulance’s motor vehicle record, National/Federal and criminal background check, drug & alcohol screening, and physical requirement standards. Metro West Ambulance is a drug free work place.

Just some of our benefits include:

  • 401K with employer matching (up to 5%)
  • Health & dental insurance
  • Paid continuing education
  • Various tuition assistance programs
  • Gym membership reimbursement
  • Paid community volunteerism opportunities
  • Paid time off, including paid sabbaticals
  • $10,000 life insurance policy free to employees

With over 1,000 employees, the Metro West Ambulance Family of Companies have been Oregon’s most trusted EMS provider since 1953, delivering advanced life support and medical transportation services in Washington, Clatsop, Coos, Douglas, Roseburg, Lane and Lincoln Counties. Our Family of Companies also serve Pacific, Yakima, Clallam, Kitsap, Mason, and Thurston Counties in Washington, as well as Del Norte County in Northern California.

Metro West Ambulance is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or other non-merit factors. Metro West Ambulance is a drug free work place.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $69,000.00 – $101,000.00 per year

CCTRN

Our team members come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of knowledge. Their drive for quality and appetite for professional growth is what shapes this company. If you are looking for a place to develop your career, thrive working under pressure in rapidly changing environments, and gain a sense of satisfaction knowing a difference is being made then Metro West has an opportunity for you.

Providing more than 65,000 transports annually, Metro West interfaces with dispatchers, law enforcement, firefighters, first responders, emergency nurses and physicians; all working together to provide positive clinical outcomes while servicing the community.

We have been Oregon’s most trusted EMS provider since 1953; delivering advanced life support and medical transportation services in Douglas, Roseburg, Washington, Clatsop, Coos, and Lincoln Counties in Oregon and Pacific County in Washington. We are proud to hold the title as the largest non-emergency ALS provider in the Oregon and Southwest Washington; providing ALS services to Long Beach Washington, Longview, Vancouver and the Portland tri-county area.

Requirements of the job include:

  • 2 years ICU/CCU recent, relevant experience
  • Current RN in Oregon and Washington
  • ACLS
  • CPR
  • PEPP, PALS, EPC or ENPS
  • PHTLS

Candidates are also required to hold a valid driver’s license, be 21 years in age or more, meet Metro West motor vehicle record, criminal background, drug screen, and physical standards.

Tuition reimbursement, relocation assistance, 10 and 12 hour shifts, health dental, vision, short and long-term disability and life insurance; 401(k), paid vacation and holiday time, sick leave and gym membership reimbursement are offered to eligible employees.

Metro West Ambulance is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Ambulance Services and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, or other non-merit factors.

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Diesel Mechanic

Our team members come from diverse backgrounds and bring a wide range of knowledge. Their drive for quality and appetite for professional growth is what shapes this company. If you are looking for a place to develop your career, thrive working under pressure in rapidly changing environments and gain a sense of satisfaction knowing a difference is being made, Metro West has an opportunity for you.

Providing more than 65,000 transports annually, Metro West interfaces with dispatchers, law enforcement, firefighters, first responders, emergency nurses and physicians; all working together to provide positive clinical outcomes and servicing the community. Metro West has been Oregon’s most trusted EMS provider since 1953; delivering advanced life support and medical transportation in Washington, Clatsop, Coos, Douglas and Lincoln County in Oregon and Pacific County in Washington.

Duties include the repair and maintenance of ambulances and vans in a timely and accurate manner. Specifically, engine and fuel systems diagnostics, electrical troubleshooting and repair, brake and electrical system work, front line mechanic inspections and preventive maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Valid driver’s license
  • High school diploma, or equivalent education
  • 2 years recent and verifiable Line Mechanic experience
  • 2 ASE Certifications (Truck or Automotive series). Preferably Brake and Steering / Suspension
  • AC Certification or equivalent ASE Certification
  • Proficient with computers
  • Must have a full set of personal tools (specialty tools will be provided)
  • Excellent customer service and interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
  • An ability to prioritize multiple tasks
  • Maintain a safe and clean work area
  • Ability to read, interpret, understand and complete repairs utilizing repair manuals

Applicants must meet Metro West motor vehicle, criminal background, drug testing, and physical screening requirements.

Health, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, a 401(k) plan, paid-time off, sick leave, paid sabbaticals and gym membership reimbursement are offered to eligible employees.

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