Paramedic II: Field & ED Critical Care Specialist

Vanderbilt Health; Woodbine (TN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health’s LifeFlight Event Medicine CRT & Comms is seeking a Paramedic to independently activate patient care protocols within the Tennessee paramedic scope of practice and Vanderbilt guidelines. You will triage in the field and in the Emergency Department, ensuring effective communication for safe handover.

The role emphasizes ALS and Critical Care management, with responsibilities spanning patient transport, collaboration with the medical team, and consistent documentation and

Qualifications

• Paramedic with Tennessee scope of practice and licensure requirements.
• Good communication and teamwork with healthcare professionals.
• Ability to provide ALS and critical care in field and ED settings.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates with healthcare team to provide direct patient care.
• Transports patients via various modes while delivering ALS/critical care.
• Responds to emergencies within Vanderbilt Health and contracted events.
• Communicates patient handover clearly to the care team.

Skills

Paramedic scope

ALS care

Critical thinking

Field triage

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Ventilator management

Airway management

Medication management

Job description

Vanderbilt Health’s LifeFlight Event Medicine CRT & Comms is seeking a Paramedic to independently activate patient care protocols within the Tennessee paramedic scope of practice and Vanderbilt guidelines. You will triage in the field and in the Emergency Department, ensuring effective communication for safe handover.

The role emphasizes ALS and Critical Care management, with responsibilities spanning patient transport, collaboration with the medical team, and consistent documentation and