Paramedic

Location: Nashville, TN Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Department: Event Medicine Schedule: PRN Responsibilities Provide high-level clinical intervention and stabilization for critically ill or injured patients by collaborating closely with physicians and registered nurses during transport. Drive patient safety and clinical outcomes by initiating life-support protocols and maintaining constant communication regarding the patient’s condition and treatment progress. Empower patients and their families through population-specific education, clearly explaining medical conditions and therapeutic interventions to ensure they are informed and supported. Ensure operational readiness and team safety by meticulously inspecting and maintaining specialized transport equipment to guarantee peak performance in the field. Requirements – Licensure / Certification / Registration Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 months of hire or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted). BLS Provider obtained within 1 month of hire or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted). Drivers License credentialed from the Tennessee Bureau of Motor Vehicles obtained prior to hire or job transfer date. Licensed Paramedic credentialed from the Tennessee Emergency Medical Services Division obtained prior to hire or job transfer date. Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 months of hire or job transfer date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted). Education High School diploma equivalency with a minimum of 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate’s degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job‑specific experience. Benefits 403(b) retirement plan. Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources. Equal Employment Opportunity Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Fraud Prevention Notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. Ascension will never ask for payment or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Official communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address. E-Verify Statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascension