Paramedic Basic - Located in Knoxville, TN

American Medical Response; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Response in Knoxville, TN seeks a Paramedic for an immediate, full-time role delivering advanced patient care on emergency calls. You will drive ambulances, lead on-scene operations, and work with public safety and healthcare teams to ensure high-quality service.

The position requires a State Paramedic License, BLS/ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic, and a driving record that meets policy standards. Join a team committed to compassionate, rapid care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• State Paramedic License is required.
• State Driver’s License is required.
• BLS, ACLS and NREMT-Paramedic certifications.
• Driving record must comply with company policy.
• Pass Physical Agility Test.
• Some healthcare work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess each call to determine best actions with Paramedic protocols.
• Use medical equipment (defibrillator, EKG monitor, oxygen, suction) for advanced care.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide information and reassurance.
• Lead the Paramedic team on scene and manage unit as needed.
• Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
• Collaborate with allied health and safety personnel and peers.
• Participate in community programs to support AMR image.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Physical agility test

Education

High school diploma or GED

State Paramedic License

State Driver’s License

BLS

ACLS

NREMT-Paramedic

Job description

Paramedic

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity
We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and advanced patient care to our customers.

Located in Knoxville, TN

Job Description

Paramedic

IMMEDIATELY HIRING! Paramedic FULL-TIME Opportunity
We’re hiring Paramedics that are passionate about delivering compassionate, high-quality service and 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 as Paramedic team 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 with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow Paramedics.
• Participate in community programs to maintain AMR image and establish strong community relations.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• State Paramedic License
• State Driver’s License
• BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic
• Driving record compliant with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably healthcare

Preferred Qualifications

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.

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