Build a meaningful career in EMS with free training and advancement opportunities.
Carolina First EMS offers a unique apprenticeship program that lets you advance your career from Driver to EMT to Paramedic -- and we pay for your training every step of the way.
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Free training
No experience? No problem. Start as a driver and we'll invest in your growth. Our apprenticeship program covers the full cost of your EMT and Paramedic certifications. You earn while you learn, and you build a career that matters.
Our EMT On-the-Job Training apprenticeship is approved by the VA for Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits. Veterans can earn their EMT certification while receiving a tax-free Monthly Housing Allowance and a books and supplies stipend -- on top of the wages you earn working with us.
Based on the E-5 with dependents BAH rate for your training location:
Months 1-6
100%
Months 7-12
80%
Months 13-18
60%
Up to $1,000 per year (up to $83/month) for books and supplies needed for your training.
You receive your regular wages from Carolina First EMS plus the tax-free GI Bill housing allowance on top. Double income while you train.
As a Navy Veteran-owned business, we understand the value of military service and are committed to helping fellow veterans transition into civilian EMS careers.
We're a woman-owned and Navy Veteran-owned family business that treats every team member like family.
We pay for your EMT and Paramedic certifications through our apprenticeship program. Zero out-of-pocket cost to you.
Earn competitive wages with opportunities for overtime. Pay increases as you advance through certifications.
Full-time and part-time positions available with schedules that work around your life and training.
Work with state-of-the-art equipment including HALOS body cameras, Samsara telematics, and Route Genie CAD dispatch.
Small company, big heart. You're not a number here -- you're part of the Carolina First EMS family.
Clear career path from Driver to EMT to Paramedic. We promote from within and invest in your future.
We're always looking for dedicated professionals to join our team. Click Apply Now to get started.
Full-Time & Part-Time | Columbia & Elgin, SC
Start your career in EMS as a driver with Carolina First EMS. No medical certifications required -- just a clean driving record, a passion for helping people, and a willingness to learn. This is the entry point to our apprenticeship pipeline where we'll train you to become an EMT at no cost.
Full-Time & Part-Time | Columbia & Elgin, SC
As an EMT with Carolina First EMS, you'll provide patient care during transports. You'll work on our ambulances, monitoring vitals and ensuring patient safety throughout every trip. We hire EMT-Basic and EMT-Advanced. Already certified EMTs are welcome, and current drivers can earn their certification through our free apprenticeship program.
Full-Time | Columbia & Elgin, SC
Paramedics at Carolina First EMS provide the highest level of pre-hospital care on our units. You'll handle advanced assessments, medication administration, and critical patient transports. Whether you're already a Paramedic looking for a great team, or an EMT ready to advance through our free apprenticeship, we want to hear from you.
Full-Time | Elgin, SC (Office)
Our dispatch coordinators are the backbone of our operation. You'll manage the Route Genie CAD system, coordinate crews, communicate with facilities, and ensure every patient gets picked up on time. Dispatching experience preferred but we'll train the right person.
We're always interested in hearing from talented people. Reach out and tell us about yourself.
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