Are you looking to take the first steps towards a long and exciting career path in the emergency medical services field? Or perhaps you are looking for some medical experience before moving onto paramedic, nursing, or PA school?
Our employees and the functions they perform for the town of Cambria and surrounding communities are at the heart and soul of our agency.
Healthy and happy environment that encourages physical fitness.
If you have an interest in joining our team, even if there is not a current job opening we would still like to hear from you.
Below are links to the California State EMSA.
Become an EMT
Become a Paramedic
Part-time EMT and Paramedic career opportunities are currently available.
Director of FinanceDescription: This is a part-time position (24 to 32 hours each week) with a hybrid work schedule split between home and office.
How to Apply: This position is open until the needs of the District are met. For first consideration, apply immediately. Electronic submittals are strongly preferred and should be directed to Simone Rathbun of the Cambria Community Healthcare District at srathbun@cambria-healthcare.org and include a cover letter and resume. All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified for the position on the basis of experience, training and education as submitted, will move forward in the hiring process. The candidate who has successfully completed all prior phases of the hiring process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.
Requirements: Five to ten years of progressive supervisory experience. Strong accounting and finance background. Experienced in accounting software, preferably QuickBooks. College degree in accounting or finance. Prior Healthcare experience preferred. Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing. Ability to multitask and set priorities. Detail oriented. Problem solving skills. Service to others orientation. Solid working knowledge of computers and MS Office. Able to work independently. Financial budgeting experience.
Schedule: Part-time (24 to 32 hours each week) with a hybrid work schedule split between home and office.
Salary and Benefits: Hourly rate $43.00 - $48.00. 3 weeks vacation for the first five years with the District (5 hours accrued per pay period). 11 holidays per year. 96 hours of sick leave per year (4 hours accrued per pay period). District pay 100% of the health premiums in effect for the employees and dependent coverage for the highest cost plan available to District employees through CalPERS. District pays 100% of the dental premiums currently in effect for employees and dependent coverage for the highest cost plan. A Group Life Insurance Plan will be provided with a $50,000 life insurance policy. Upon completion of the minimum number of days and hours worked required for CalPERS eligibility, CalPERS 3% @ 60 retirement plan for covered employees hired prior to October 1, 2012, including single highest year computation and credit for unused sick leave; 2% @ 60 retirement plan for covered employees hired on or after October 1, 2012 up through December 31, 2012, including the 36 highest consecutive months final compensation provision; covered employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 who are defined as “new members” under PEPRA will be covered by the 2% @ 62 retirement plan and the 36 highest consecutive months final compensation provision. Employee pays 100% of the CalPERS employee contribution.
Filing Deadline: This position is open until the needs of the District are met.
Contact Info: Simone Rathbun at 805-927-8304 or srathbun@cambria-healthcare.org
Paramedic; Part-timeDescription: The Cambria Community Healthcare District is conducting a testing process for a Part-time Paramedic hiring list. The testing process is open to all Paramedics currently licensed in the state of California and currently accredited in San Luis Obispo County. This list may last up to 1 year.
How to Apply: Applicants shall submit a completed job application either in person or by mail. All required certificates and licenses, and a current resume must be submitted with application. Applications may be found below.
Requirements: Current California Paramedic License, Valid BCLS Card (Heart Association, Red Cross, or equivalent), Current Medical Examiners Certificate, Ambulance Driver's Certificate, Clear DMV and DOJ record. Current TB Test, ICS 100, ICS 200, ICS 700, ICS 800, Covid-19. Copies of the following certificates if you have them; ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, EMS Health and Wellness, Sexual Harassment training, Ambulance Drivers Safety Class, Active Shooter, EMS Health and Wellness, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, or any other certificates that are important to this flied.
Salary and Benefits: 12-hour Shifts Reg $24.70, O.T. $37.05/ 24-hour shifts Reg. $22.10. O.T. $33.15
Filing Deadline: Continuously accepting applications
Testing Date: Continuously accepting applications
Contact Info: Tim Benes; Operations Manager, Paramedic
Open vacancies are filled through the establishment of a one year hiring list.
This list is formulated prior to the vacancy by means of an application acceptance period followed by a written test, practical skills demonstration and an oral interview.
Applicants are then assigned a numerical ranking with the top position receiving authorization to obtain a paid physical/medical examination paid for by the Cambria Healthcare District.
The finalized number one applicant is then offered the position.
Subsequent vacancies within the year are offered to the next applicant in established order.
All new employees are subject to an initial one-year probationary period.
Our testing and applicant selection process...
Our Testing Process*The Physical Agility Test may be modified depending on the weather on the day of testing.
Full-time Paramedics and EMTs are scheduled on a regular basis to work a minimum of 56-hours per week on an assigned A, B, or C shift schedule, typically a minimum of 10 shifts of 24 hour per month or a 42 hour per week, 12 hour per shift schedule.
Full-time BenefitsAll new full-time employees are subject to a 12 month probationary period. At the end of the probationary period, the employee receives a written performance evaluation. At that time, the employee will be made a Regular Full-time employee or be dismissed.
Part-time Paramedics and EMTs are not scheduled on a regular basis to work minimum hours per week, but are instead assigned to work one or more of the following, a 12-hour shift, 24-hour shift, event standbys, or on an as-needed basis where the schedule and hours of work will vary per month.
Part-time employees are not subject to full-time benefits. Some may be eligible for CalPERS benefit based on hours worked in calendar year and or if they are currently or perversely have been enrolled in the CalPERS.
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To request more information, please call or email:
Phone #: (805) 927-8304
If you are interested in applying for a position please fill out an application and submit ALL required certifications and mail to:
Cambria Community Healthcare District
Attention: Administrative Staff
2535 Main Street
Cambria, Ca 93428
Click on the desired link below and print the Paramedic or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Required Certifications, and an Employment Application.
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Employment Application
