PRN ALS Paramedic – Nashville EMS Transport

vumc.org; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health is hiring a LifeFlight Ground Paramedic for Nashville on a part-time PRN schedule. The role involves independent assessment to activate patient care protocols within the Tennessee paramedic scope, field triage, and handover to ED staff.

The LifeFlight program operates several ALS ground ambulances across Middle Tennessee. Shifts include 12-hour blocks with potential nights, weekends, and holidays.

Qualifications

• Paramedic licensure required (EMT-P) and Tennessee driver license.
• High school diploma or GED required; relevant healthcare experience preferred.
• Less than 1 year of work experience in EMS or related field.

Responsibilities

• Actively participates with the healthcare team to provide direct patient care.
• Transports patients via various modes while delivering ALS and critical care.
• Responds to emergency requests within Vanderbilt and affiliated events.
• Communicates patient handover clearly to the receiving team.

Skills

Patient assessment

Critical thinking

Team communication

ALS/EMT-P care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

EMS equipment

Job description

Vanderbilt Health is hiring a LifeFlight Ground Paramedic for Nashville on a part-time PRN schedule. The role involves independent assessment to activate patient care protocols within the Tennessee paramedic scope, field triage, and handover to ED staff.

The LifeFlight program operates several ALS ground ambulances across Middle Tennessee. Shifts include 12-hour blocks with potential nights, weekends, and holidays.