Paramedic

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Employer-matched 403(b) retirement

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Other benefits

Job summary

Ascension Saint Thomas in Nashville, TN, seeks a Full-Time Paramedic in Event Medicine to deliver high-level clinical care during transport, collaborating with physicians and nurses to stabilize critically ill or injured patients.

Responsibilities include initiating life-support protocols, ensuring patient safety, and educating patients and families on conditions and treatments. Required: Advanced Life Support, BLS, and Tennessee Paramedic licensure.

Qualifications

• Requires Advanced Life Support certification within 6 months of hire.
• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire.
• Paramedic licensure from Tennessee EMS required.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level clinical intervention and stabilization during transport.
• Drive patient safety and outcomes by initiating life-support protocols and communicating patient progress.
• Educate patients and families about conditions and treatments.
• Ensure readiness of specialized transport equipment and maintain it for peak field performance.

Skills

Advanced Life Support

BLS Provider

Driver's License

Paramedic Licensure

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's/Technical Degree

4+ years cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas

Department: Event Medicine

Schedule: Full-Time

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 97,000+ 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.

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

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Provide high-level clinical intervention and stabilization for critically ill or injured patients by collaborating closely with physicians and registered nurses during transport
• Drive patient safety and clinical outcomes by initiating life-support protocols and maintaining constant communication regarding the patient’s condition and treatment progress
• Empower patients and their families through population-specific education, clearly explaining medical conditions and therapeutic interventions to ensure they are informed and supported
• Ensure operational readiness and team safety by meticulously inspecting and maintaining specialized transport equipment to guarantee peak performance in the field

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.
• Drivers License credentialed from the Tennessee Bureau of Motor Vehicles obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensed Paramedic credentialed from the Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date 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.

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.