Paramedic

Ascension; Evansville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched retirement plan (403b

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Parental leave

Other family benefits

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Paramedic for Critical Care Transport in Evansville, IN. You will lead life-saving interventions and provide ICU-level care during inter-facility transfers, working with transport RNs and physicians to stabilize patients.

You’ll operate advanced medical equipment, ensure readiness, and communicate clear patient handoffs. Minimum requirements include Indiana paramedic credential, ALS/BLS, and 3 years EMS experience. Rotating shift, full-time.

Qualifications

• Paramedic credential from Indiana DHS required before hire
• ALS within 6 months of hire date required
• BLS within 1 month of hire date required
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience or Associate/Technical degree or 4 years of applicable experience
• Minimum: 3 years EMS experience as a Paramedic

Responsibilities

• Lead life-saving interventions by identifying and stabilizing critically ill or injured patients during transport
• Execute advanced clinical protocols with transport RN and physician partners for ICU-level care during transit
• Communicate vital patient narratives to receiving medical teams for clear handoff
• Manage transport equipment and medical technology to ensure safety and readiness

Skills

Paramedic

ALS

BLS

EMS Experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent + 2 years experience

Associate’s/Technical degree

4 years of job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Department/Specialty: Critical Care Transport
• Schedule: Rotating shift | Full-time

• Location: Evansville, IN
• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent
• Department/Specialty: Critical Care Transport
• Schedule: Rotating shift | Full-time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead life-saving interventions by identifying and stabilizing critically ill or injured patients in high-pressure environments, ensuring they arrive safely at the next level of care.
• Execute advanced clinical protocols in collaboration with your transport RN and physician partners to provide seamless, ICU-level care during transit.
• Communicate vital patient narratives to receiving medical teams, ensuring a clear and accurate handoff that preserves the continuity of patient care.
• Manage sophisticated medical technology and transport equipment, maintaining a rigorous standard of readiness to ensure the safety of your team and your patients.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Paramedic credentialed from the Indiana Department of Homeland Security obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

One Or More Of The Following Preferred

• Drivers License.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support or International Trauma Life support obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

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.

Work Experience

• Minimum Qualification: Three years of full time experience in Emergency Medical Services as a Paramedic.

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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