EMT

Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Memorial is seeking an EMT to perform general patient care in an outpatient setting, following clinic workflows to deliver efficient, high-quality service. You will handle patient intake, vital signs, allergies, med verification, and specimen collection, while maintaining safety and instrument sterility.

The role includes emergency treatment and transport, accurate documentation in the care report system, and ensuring shift readiness of equipment and paperwork.

Qualifications

• EMT-B level certification required at hire.
• Current CPR/BLS certification required.
• TN EMT license required at hire.
• Valid driver's license in Tennessee at hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical treatment and transport per laws and department protocols.
• Document all patient care in Patient Care Report system using required format.
• Ensure paperwork is completed by end of shift.
• Maintain readiness of equipment and fully stocked ambulance per procedures.
• Report deficiencies or issues with supplies, equipment, or vehicle.
• Work as part of a team to support CommonSpirit Health EMS mission.

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

High School GED General Studies

EMS Education EMT-B Level

Basic Life Support CPR

Driver's License TN

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 and

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