Paramedic (EMT-P)

LifeCare Ambulance; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Uniforms

On-site continuing education

Family culture

EMS career advisers

Job summary

LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi is seeking a Paramedic (EMT-P) to respond to emergency calls, assess patients, administer medications, and perform advanced life support. The role includes mentoring EMTs in training and ensuring high-quality, pre-hospital care in the Memphis area.

The candidate should hold a Tennessee Paramedic license, CPR certification, and have ALS experience, with National Registry and additional certifications preferred.

Qualifications

• Must hold Tennessee Paramedic license and CPR certification.
• National Registry is preferred or required.
• ACLS/PHTLS/ITLS/PALS certifications are preferred.
• Ability to lift/push/pull 100+ lbs and pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital patient care per local Standing Medical Orders.
• Respond to emergency medical calls and provide ALS-level care.
• Assess conditions and determine treatment plans.
• Administer medications per Standing Medical Orders.
• Perform advanced life support measures.
• Mentor EMTs in paramedic training (1 year experience or Preceptor).

Skills

ALS level

CPR

Criminal background check

Driver's license

Education

Tennessee Paramedic license

National Registry

ACLS

PHTLS

ITLS

PALS

Job description

Job Title: Paramedic (EMT-P)

Job Location: Memphis, Tennessee

Company Name: LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi

Openings: Weekdays and/or weekends

Job Summary:

LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Paramedic (EMT-P) to join our team. As a Paramedic, you will respond to emergency calls, providing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities. You will be responsible for assessing medical situations, administering medications, and performing emergency lifesaving procedures. If you are a motivated and compassionate healthcare professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Provide pre-hospital patient care as outlined in local Standing Medical Orders
• Respond to emergency medical calls for assistance and provide care that coincides with the local Standing Medical Orders and level of training
• Assess a patient's condition and determine a course of treatment
• Administer medications as outlined in local Standing Medical Orders
• Perform advanced life support measures as outlined in local Standing Medical Orders
• Mentor EMTs that are students in paramedic school (requires 1 year of Paramedic experience and/or Preceptor certification)

Requirements:

• Skills and experience incumbent to function with proficiency at the ALS level of service
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• High School Diploma or GED
• Tennessee Licensure as a Paramedic
• Valid Driver's License with a good driving record
• Current CPR card
• Consent to a criminal background check
• Ability to lift/push/pull at least 100+ lbs.

Preferred:

• National Registry
• ACLS Certificate
• PHTLS Certificate
• ITLS Certificate
• PALS certification

What We Offer:

• Competitive Pay, PTO, overtime opportunities
• A variety of elective benefits including Medical, dental, and Vision insurance, and 401K
• Uniforms
• On-site continuing education
• Family culture based on open communication
• EMS career advisers

Join Our Team:

If you are a motivated and compassionate healthcare professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply. LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.