Paramedic Basic

Rural Metro Fire Department; Athens (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

AMR in Tennessee is hiring Paramedics for a full-time opportunity. Hourly rates start at $25.00 plus DOE as we deliver compassionate, high-quality emergency and patient care on every call.

Responsibilities include assessing calls, utilizing paramedic protocols, operating defibrillator and monitor, providing advanced care, communicating with patients and families, leading the scene and driving the ambulance on 911 responses, and collaborating with allied health and public safety personnel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• State Paramedic License required.
• State Driver’s License required.
• BLS, ACLS, and NREMT-Paramedic certifications required.
• Clean driving record and ability to pass agility test.
• Healthcare work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call and determine best action per Paramedic protocols.
• Operate defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and IV fluids for advanced care.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide care updates.
• Lead the Paramedic team and manage the scene and unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and public safety personnel.

Skills

Paramedic skills

Patient care

Team leadership

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

State Driver’s License

BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic

Job description

Paramedic Basic IMMEDIATE HIRING! PARAMEDIC FULL-TIME Opportunity

Hourly rates starting at $25.00 + DOE

We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and basic, as well as advanced,patient care to our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Assess each call situation to determine the best course of action while working with progressive Paramedic protocols.

• Utilize your Paramedic skills on medical equipment and procedures including defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids to provide advanced medical care.

• Communicate with patients and loved ones to provide information and assurance that care is being given.

• Act asParamedicteam leader and take responsibility for the scene and unit management as needed.

• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.

• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner withall alliedhealth and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.

Other Responsibilities:

• Participate in community programs to maintainAMR image and establish strong community relations.

MinimumRequired Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)

• State Paramedic License

• State Driver’s License

• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic

• Driving record in compliance with company policy

• Pass Physical Agility Test

• Some work experience, preferably in healthcare

Why Choose AMR?

AMR is one of Global Medical Response ’s (GMR) family of solutions. Our GMR teams deliver compassionate, quality medical care, primarily in the areas of emergency and patient relocation services. View the stories on how our employees provide care to the world at www.AtaMomentsNotice.com.

GMR’s Core Behaviors

—keep care at the center, raise your hand, seek to understand, find a way together and be accountable—unite our teams and set us apart in emergency medical services.

EEO Statement

Global Medical Response and its family of companies are an Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes supporting veterans and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with a disability.

Check out our careers site benefits page to learn more about our benefit options.