Minimum Job Requirements: 

•  A current EMT certification as defined by the State of California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) or an EMT National Registry Certification (NREMT).
• A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification. 

REAL EXPERIENCE THAT MATTERS!

Our EMT Program 

Oceanside Fire Department EMT Program is possible due to the passing of Measure X.

• EMTs receive competitive pay and benefits.
• EMT hiring process includes a physical agility test, skills test, and selection interviews.
• EMTs complete a two-week EMT Academy to ensure they have the skills and knowledge to respond in a 911 service. This training include vehicle operations and ride outs.
• Each EMT hired is limited to a maximum of three years.
• All EMTs in Oceanside practice their skills and improve their knowledge with the goal to gain the experience and mentoring necessary to succeed in public service.
•  EMTs are provided flexibility to attend Fire Academy and Paramedic School.

All four Oceanside ALS ambulances are staffed 24 hours by one full-time EMT and one full-time Firefighter Paramedic. An additional three Oceanside BLS units are staffed 24 hours by part-time and full-time EMTs. As Fire Department employees, they work 24-hour shifts and respond from City fire stations. View the list and locations of Oceanside Fire Stations.

• Checklist to Become an OFD EMT
• More Information About Preparing to Become an OFD EMT
• Educational Map for Becoming a Firefighter Paramedic
• Steps to Become a Certified California EMT
• Complete a Job Interest Card to be Notified of Openings

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