Emergency Response Paramedic

AMR; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

AMR in Knoxville is seeking a Paramedic for a full-time, on-site role delivering advanced patient care on critical calls. You will lead scenes, operate life-saving equipment, and coordinate with medical teams and public safety personnel.

Requirements include a state Paramedic license, BLS/ACLS/NREMT, a valid state driver’s license, and successful completion of a physical agility test. Healthcare experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• State Paramedic License is required.
• BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certifications required.
• Driving record must comply with company policy and pass the Physical Agility Test.
• Some healthcare experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine the best course of action using Paramedic protocols.
• Apply advanced medical care with equipment such as defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction, and IV fluids.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide information and reassurance about care.
• Serve as Paramedic team leader and manage the scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel and fellow Paramedics.
• Participate in community programs to support AMR image and relations.

Skills

Paramedic Certification

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma (GED)

State Paramedic License

State Driver’s License

Job description

Paramedic

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity

We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.
• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.
• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.
• Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

MinimumRequired Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Preferred Qualifications:

Why Choose AMR?AMRis one ofGlobal Medical Response’s(GMR) family of solutions. OurGMRteams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world atwww.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors—keep care at the center, raise your hand,seekto understand, find a way together and be accountable—uniteour teamsand set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement:

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

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