Paramedic – Frontline EMS Specialist (Nashville)

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County seeks a paramedic with Tennessee licensure to provide high-quality EMS care in the Nashville area. The role includes responding to emergencies, assessing patients, delivering ALS care, driving ambulances when needed, and maintaining equipment.

Required are a high school diploma, TN Paramedic license, ACLS, and BLTS or PHTLS within six months. Must be at least 21 years old and able to work in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Paramedic license issued by the State of Tennessee.
• ACLS certification.
• Basic Trauma Life Support (BLTS) or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) within 6 months of employment.
• Must be 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incidents requiring emergency medical care.
• Determine the nature and extent of injury or illness.
• Establish priority for required emergency care per regulations.
• Render advanced emergency medical care.
• Lift and move patients for treatment and transport to facilities.
• Operate emergency medical equipment and apparatus.
• Record patient information.
• Establish radio communications with hospital staff or online medical control.
• Drive ambulance as needed.
• Maintain inventory and ensure equipment is functional.
• Keep vehicle clean and in good operating condition.
• Participate in ongoing training to improve knowledge and skills.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Lead/senior capacity

Decision making

Driving emergency vehicle

Radio communications

Education

High School Diploma

Tennessee Paramedic License

Job description

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County seeks a paramedic with Tennessee licensure to provide high-quality EMS care in the Nashville area. The role includes responding to emergencies, assessing patients, delivering ALS care, driving ambulances when needed, and maintaining equipment.

Required are a high school diploma, TN Paramedic license, ACLS, and BLTS or PHTLS within six months. Must be at least 21 years old and able to work in a dynamic, high-stakes environment.