Paramedic

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Paid vacation

Job summary

Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, through the Nashville Fire Department, seeks a Paramedic to provide advanced emergency medical care, triage, and transport to hospitals. The role requires strong patient assessment, radio communication skills, and leadership during high-pressure scenes.

Candidates must hold a Tennessee Paramedic License (ACLS, PHTLS/BLTS), be 21+, and comply with NFPA Medical Standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and a State of Tennessee Paramedic License.
• Must meet NFPA Medical Standards and be 21+ years old.

Responsibilities

• Responds to incidents requiring emergency medical care.
• Renders advanced emergency care and transports patients to facilities.
• Drives ambulance as needed and records patient information.
• Maintains equipment and conducts routine vehicle checks.
• Participates in ongoing training to improve knowledge and skills.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Ambulance driving

Radio communications

Patient assessment

Record keeping

Leadership

Education

Tennessee Paramedic License

ACLS certification

BLTS/PHTLS certification

Tools

Two-way radios

EMS equipment

Job description

Position Description

This position is located with the Nashville Fire Department (NFD) and provides efficient and specialized emergency medical care to the sick, injured, and/or critically ill when required, and during transportation to medical facilities. Performs related duties as required.

Typical Duties

• Responds to incidents requiring emergency medical care.
• Determines the nature and extent of the injury or illness.
• Establishes priority for required emergency care as outlined in state regulations.
• Renders advanced emergency care.
• Lifts and moves patients as necessary for treatment and transportation to medical facilities.
• Operates emergency medical apparatus and equipment.
• Records patient information.
• Establishes radio communications with hospital emergency department personnel or online medical control
• Drives ambulance as needed.
• Maintains inventory of medical equipment and supplies.
• Ensures equipment is working properly.
• Keeps vehicle clean and in efficient operating condition.
• Participates in ongoing training to improve knowledge and skills.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent and a State of Tennessee Paramedic License. Must meet National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Medical Standards. Must be twenty one (21) years of age.

Licenses Required

• Valid Driver License
• Licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Paramedic
• Certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support
• Certification in Basic Trauma Life Support (BLTS) or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) (within the first six (6) months of employment)

FAILURE TO MAINTAIN LICENSE OR CERTIFICATIONS WILL RESULT IN TERMINATION.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of the rules and regulations of the Tennessee Department of Health, EMS Division
• Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of emergency medical care
• Thorough knowledge of advanced medical procedures and specialized ambulance equipment
• Thorough knowledge of emergency medical treatment techniques
• Knowledge of local streets, and hospital locations
• Knowledge of emergency communications codes and procedures
• Skill in driving an emergency vehicle
• Ability to operate all emergency medical and related equipment
• Ability to diagnose injuries and apply proper medical treatment
• Ability to serve in a lead/senior capacity over work activities
• Ability to make quick accurate decisions concerning human life
• Ability to perform demanding physical tasks involved in providing emergency medical care
• Ability to use emergency medical and rescue equipment; including two-way radios

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville is committed to selecting the most qualified candidate for each of our roles.

Metro Nashville Government respects the religious beliefs and practices of all employees and will make, on request, an accommodation for such observances when a reasonable accommodation is available that does not create an undue hardship on business operations.

Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615-862-6640.

Metro offers a generous core benefit package to eligible employees who are regularly and consistently working 20 or more hours per week. Insurance and benefit coverage is effective the first of the month after the employee has worked 30 days. Employees can change their benefits within 60 days of an eligible change in status or during Annual Enrollment. Metro also offers optional benefits from which the employee may choose. Family members, including eligible spouses, domestic partners and children, are covered under most of our benefits programs.

Core Benefits

• Medical: Choice of two plans; Metro pays 75% of premium
• Dental: Choice of two plans; Metro pays for single coverage
• Basic Life: $50,000 basic term life coverage; Metro pays 100% of premium
• Pension*: Formula-driven pension; 100% Metro funded; 10 year vesting for new employees
• Normal Pension for Sworn- Age 53 with 22 years service; Civilian Pension - Age 60 with 25 years service
• Paid Family Leave: Runs concurrently with time designated as FMLA leave (up to 30 days)
• Longevity: Annual bonus beginning after 5 years of service; increases annually up to 20 years
• Work Life/ Employee Assistance Program: Wide variety of counseling, referral and consultation services provided free
• Other**: In-line-of-duty injury benefits, AD&D insurance, and Medical Disability eligibility after 10 years with Metro

Paid leave (Full-time employees)

• Vacation: 20 vacation days a year
• Holidays: 12 holidays per year (Courts may be different)
• Sick leave: 12 days of sick leave per year
• Personal leave: 3 days per year
• Other leaves: Judicial leave, military leave, bereavement leave