Paramedic

PRIORITY ONDEMAND•Waverly, TN

15d•Onsite

About The Position

First Call Ambulance is seeking paramedics to serve hospital and medical facility clients. The role delivers emergency medical services, including patient assessment and transport, lifesaving procedures, patient care, and defensive driving when trained and licensed. Paramedics work within the scope of practice established by the Medical Director and State EMS Agency and follow company policies, procedures, and protocols. Flexible full- and part-time schedules are available.

Requirements

Hold and maintain a valid state EMS license for the state of employment, with no documented disciplinary action.
Maintain an active driver’s license in the state where the employee resides.
Maintain current CPR, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
Maintain current trauma certification (PHTLS or ITLS); the employee may have six months after hiring to obtain it.
Maintain current advanced pediatric certification (EPC or PEPP); the employee may have six months after hiring to obtain it.

Responsibilities

Perform as a Paramedic within the scope of practice set by the Medical Director and State EMS Agency.
Drive emergency or non-emergency vehicles using appropriate operating modes and defensive driving techniques when trained and licensed to do so.
Follow company policies, procedures, and protocols.
Maintain a professional appearance, conduct, and attitude while providing caring service.
Work cooperatively with employees, healthcare personnel, patients, and family members.
Complete required paperwork and documentation accurately and fully.
Evaluate vehicles and equipment daily for cleanliness, safety, and proper working order.
Report accidents, problems, incidents, equipment or vehicle failures, and workers’ compensation injuries to the company as soon as possible.
Complete required training and education to keep certifications and job requirements current, including assigned Medic-CE in-service training.
Attend in-services, run report reviews, and other quality assurance activities.
Participate in public relations activities related to the company or EMS.
Complete vehicle and equipment inventories as requested.
Carry out special tasks related to company operations or improvements.
Help ensure First Call Ambulance meets or exceeds local, state, and federal requirements.
Provide written reports to supervisors or management as necessary or required.
Promote company marketing strategies consistent with the marketing plan in personal and professional activities.
Collaborate with employees, supervisors, managers, and other departments to advance company strategies.
Attend required and mandatory training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
Uphold First Call Ambulance’s core values and mission in the community.
Perform other functions as required by management.