EMT

CommonSpirit Health; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health EMS is seeking an EMT for outpatient settings to perform essential patient care, collect vital signs, document visits, and administer medications and vaccines. You will ensure exam room readiness, maintain safety checklists, and escalate non-routine issues promptly.

The role requires EMT-B certification, TN licensing, and BLS/CPR within 14 days, with a focus on safety, protocol adherence, and efficient intake processes. High school diploma or GED is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED upon hire.
• EMT-B Certification upon hire.
• Driver's License upon hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) within 14 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical treatment and transport as required.
• Document care in approved Patient Care Report program.
• Complete required paperwork by end of shift.
• Maintain readiness of equipment and fully stocked ambulance.
• Report deficiencies to supervisor and restock as needed.
• Work as part of CommonSpirit Health EMS team.

Skills

Patient care

Safety protocols

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT-B Certification

Driver's License

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our EMT, you will perform essential general patient care, meticulously following established clinic workflows to ensure efficient and high-quality service delivery within an outpatient setting.

Every day you will complete comprehensive patient intake duties, including obtaining vital signs, verifying allergies and medications, and documenting reasons for visits. You'll also collect and prepare specimens, administer ordered medications and vaccines, clean and sterilize instruments, ensure exam room readiness, and meticulously complete safety checklists, escalating any non-routine issues promptly.

To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate a strong commitment to patient care, efficiency, and safety, adeptly managing all intake processes and supporting clinical operations. Your ability to meticulously follow protocols, maintain a clean and stocked environment, and proactively address concerns will be crucial for exceptional patient experiences.

• The EMT will provide emergency medical treatment and transport to the sick and injured under his/her care in accordance with all applicable laws and department protocols and procedures.
• The EMT will document all patient care performed in the approved Patient Care Report program, using the required format.
• The EMT will ensure that all required paperwork is completed and turned in by end of shift.
• The EMT will ensure that his/her equipment is in a state of readiness and cleanliness at the beginning of each shift and their ambulance is fully stocked in accordance with departmental procedures.
• The EMT will report any deficiencies and/or mechanical issues with their supplies, equipment, or vehicle to a supervisor in a timely fashion. They will restock the unit as necessary.
• The EMT will work as part of a team to support and facilitate the mission of CommonSpirit Health EMS

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
• Other Graduate of an accredited school for EMS Education to the EMT-B Level, upon hire
• Emergency Medical Technician: TN, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 14 - days and
• Driver's License: TN, upon hire

Preferred

• Pediatric Advanced Life Support, within 14 - days and
• Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course, upon hire and
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support, upon hire

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.

Pay Range

$16.42 - $23.19 /hour