Emergency Medical Technician

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Ascension Health in Nashville, TN, seeks anEmergency Medical Tech to join Ascension Saint Thomas' Event Medicine team. The role involves on-scene care, rapid assessment, and coordination for transport in a full-time capacity.

Requirements include a BLS provider credential within 1 month, a Tennessee driver’s license, and EMT-B or higher credentials, with a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant experience. Competitive benefits and growth opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider required within 1 month of hire.
• TN Driver's License required prior to hire date.
• EMT credential (EMT-B or higher) required prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide support treatment, care and evaluation of patients on scene and during transport.
• Arrive to the scene, determine the situation and develop a plan of action.
• Use appropriate medical equipment and assess injury severity.
• Monitor patient condition and collect data.
• Communicate findings and patient condition to the RN.

Skills

BLS Provider

EMT-B

TN Driver's License

Education

High School diploma or equivalent / 2+ years experience OR Associate's/Technical degree

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN

• Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas

• Department: Event Medicine

• Schedule: Full-Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide support treatment, care and evaluation of patients on scene and during transport

• Arrive to the scene of an emergency, determine the situation, and develop a plan of action

• Use appropriate medical equipment and comprehend the severity of the injury

• Monitor patient condition and perform data collection

• Communicate findings and patient condition to primary Registered Nurse (RN)

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Drivers License credentialed from the Tennessee Bureau of Motor Vehicles obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

• Advanced Emergency Medical Tech credentialed from the Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Or Emergency Medical Tech-Basic (EMT-B) required.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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Min Salary

Min Salary: 17.71

Max Salary

Max Salary: 23.61