Detroit, MI | EMTs and Paramedic Professionals for Production Sets
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Detroit, MI | EMTs and Paramedic Professionals for Production Sets
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Job Description:
The Set Medics is seeking certified EMTs, paramedics, RNs, and related professionals with strong on-site safety and emergency response experience to support productions throughout the Detroit, Wayne County, area. As a Set Medic, you will provide standby BLS medical support for film, television, streaming, commercials, and live events. This position requires situational awareness, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced production environments.
Job Description:
The Set Medics is seeking certified EMTs, paramedics, RNs, and related professionals with strong on-site safety and emergency response experience to support productions throughout the Detroit, Wayne County, area. As a Set Medic, you will provide standby BLS medical support for film, television, streaming, commercials, and live events. This position requires situational awareness, strong communication skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional in fast-paced production environments.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide basic first aid and standby medical support during filming and production.
- Monitor the well-being of cast and crew and support the enforcement of safety protocols.
- Respond to on-set incidents with appropriate care and clear communication.
- Coordinate with EMS for escalated care or transport when needed.
- Maintain a fully stocked BLS kit and ensure equipment is in ready condition.
- Identify potential health or safety concerns and reinforce established protocols.
- Document all incidents in accordance with company standards.
- Offer guidance on common health topics, including hydration, fatigue, and environmental exposure.
- Current EMT, Paramedic, RN certification, or equivalent medical qualification.
- Valid CPR and First Aid certifications required.
- All work is BLS-level; no advanced interventions are required or permitted on set.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in EMS, ER, or standby medic roles (e.g., events, sets, public venues).
- Familiarity with health and safety protocols for on-set or public-facing environments.
- Availability for variable hours, including nights, weekends, and potential travel. Shift acceptance is optional, but candidates should be comfortable with nontraditional scheduling.
- Strong communication skills and ability to remain calm, observant, and professional in dynamic situations.
- Applicants must remain highly responsive throughout onboarding and when confirming shift availability.
- Must have a fully stocked BLS kit and professional liability insurance. Applicants without these will not advance.
- Competitive per diem pay.
- Work on a variety of productions, including film, television, commercials, and live events.
- Opportunities are available throughout the Detroit, Wayne County, region.
- Be part of a dependable team built on professionalism, preparedness, and safety-first values.
- All work is performed on a per diem and project-based basis; shift availability is determined by production demand and is not guaranteed.
Please submit your resume and complete our application form. All submissions are reviewed internally, and our team will contact selected applicants. Questions are welcome, but priority is given to those who meet all listed qualifications.
The Set Medics is an equal-opportunity company committed to inclusivity.
Job Type: Per Diem
Experience:
- EMS/ER/Set/Event Medic: 2 years (required)
- Lifeguard/Water Safety: 2 years (preferred)
- Firefighter or Water Rescue: 2 years (preferred)
- EMT (BLS) or equivalent (required)
- AED/CPR (required)
- Paramedic (preferred)
- Lifeguard (preferred)
- Firefighter (preferred)
Seniority level
Seniority level
Not Applicable
Employment type
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Job function
Health Care Provider-
Industries
Entertainment Providers
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