Paramedic

Lifepoint Health • Pulaski, TN

28d • Onsite

About The Position

Southern Tennessee Regional Health System-Pulaski is seeking experienced Paramedics who possess strong emergency assessment skills, the ability to remain calm under pressure, and a keen eye for identifying subtle changes in a patient's condition. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced hospital environment where continuous monitoring, rapid response, and effective communication are crucial for patient safety and outcomes. This role involves a variety of 8-hour shifts and is a PRN (as needed) position.

Requirements

• Current State Paramedic License/Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA)
• High School Diploma or GED

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a hospital setting
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Dysrhythmia/Telemetry Interpretation Certification
• Certified EKG Technician (CET)
• Previous telemetry, emergency department, critical care, or EMS experience

Responsibilities

• Possess strong knowledge of cardiac rhythms, telemetry monitoring, and ECG interpretation.
• Ability to recognize and escalate abnormal heart rhythms, changes in vital signs, or signs of patient deterioration.
• Utilize excellent critical thinking skills and sound clinical judgment in high-acuity situations.
• Perform patient assessments, obtain vital signs, and document findings accurately.
• Provide direct patient care, including mobility assistance, personal care, and comfort measures.
• Communicate effectively, relaying timely, concise, and accurate patient information.
• Multitask effectively while monitoring multiple patients and managing monitor station responsibilities.
• Maintain high standards of dependability, organization, patient safety, and quality care.
• Work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and support overall unit operations and workflow.
• Demonstrate professionalism, compassion, and a patient-centered approach in all interactions.
• Be proactive, vigilant, and passionate about delivering exceptional patient care as a critical member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED