Paramedic

PRIORITY ONDEMAND • Covington, TN

18d • Onsite

About The Position

Baptist Ambulance is seeking Paramedics in Covington, Tennessee, to serve in its 911 operation in Tipton County. The company is the preferred ambulance service provider for patients at Baptist Memorial Health Care-affiliated facilities and is part of the Priority Ambulance family of companies. Baptist Ambulance serves more than 35,000 patients each year and provides 9-1-1 response in eight counties in West Tennessee and Mississippi.

The Paramedic functions on Advanced Life Support (ALS) and Critical Care Transport (CCT) ambulances as directed. The role includes safely operating the vehicle, providing ALS patient care and movement, and fully documenting transports in accordance with company standard operating procedures and policies.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• State of Tennessee driver’s license.
• State of Tennessee or National Registry Paramedic Certification.
• AHA Basic Life Support Certification.
• AHA Advanced Life Support Certification.
• Physically able to perform the job duties.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Paramedic on ALS and CCT ambulances as directed.
• Safely operate the vehicle to and from pickup and drop-off locations.
• Provide ALS patient care and movement.
• Completely document all transports in accordance with company SOP.
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, including pay for prior EMS experience.
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay.
• Health, dental, pharmacy, and vision insurance.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings program.
• Company-provided uniforms.
• Tuition assistance for EMT and Paramedic training.
• Ongoing continuing education.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED