Paramedic - Lifeguard Ambulance Service

Med-Trans; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Paramedics to join their team in Knoxville. This full-time opportunity involves delivering high-quality patient care, utilizing advanced medical equipment, and leading teams during emergency responses. The role emphasizes compassionate service, collaboration with allied health personnel, and community engagement. Join a company that values your skills and offers comprehensive benefits, ensuring you can make a meaningful impact in emergency medical services. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to take on challenges, this role is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• State Paramedic License and BLS, ACLS certifications required.
• Some work experience in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess call situations and determine best course of action.
• Utilize medical equipment to provide advanced care.
• Drive ambulance on 911 responses and manage the scene.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Defibrillator

EKG Monitor

Suction Devices

Intravenous Fluids

Job description

Paramedic In Knoxville, TN

IMMEDIATE HIRING! PARAMEDIC FULL-TIME Opportunity

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 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.

Other Responsibilities:

• 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 in compliance with company policy
• Pass Physical Agility Test
• Some work experience, preferably in healthcare

Why Choose Lifeguard? Lifeguard Ambulance Service 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. Learn how our values are at the core of our services and vital to how we approach care, and check out our comprehensive benefit options at GlobalMedicalResponse.com/Careers.

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.