Paramedic

About This Role

This Paramedic II - EMS role within the Covenant Health EMS System involves providing direct care to patients experiencing medical emergencies, acute illnesses, and injuries in both pre-hospital and interfacility settings. The position requires careful assessment and the provision of emergent and critical care interventions. It suits a public safety professional dedicated to high-quality medical decision-making and patient care.

Responsibilities

• Render necessary emergency care for acute illness or injury, including medical emergencies, traumatic injury, behavioral health emergencies, or other associated care of chronic comorbid conditions
• Administer full scope of medications and provide full scope of medical interventions, as approved by the EMS Medical Director
• Utilize EMS telecommunications for coordination and information exchange with EMS dispatchers, medical facilities, online medical control, and other system users, and conduct radio transmissions appropriately with regard for rules, regulations, and procedures
• Report essential information concerning the patient, the patient's medical condition, and treatment to the medical personnel who assume responsibility for continuing care of the patient
• Ensure Patient Care Reports (PCRs) and other documentation are complete and timely, as per company policy
• Adhere to the Covenant Health EMS dress code while on duty
• Clean and maintain vehicles and facilities daily, including being responsible for routine daily maintenance checks and record results on the vehicle maintenance check list; properly clean and restock assigned vehicles after each call; refuel vehicle (at the designated service stations) after each call or when tank is less than 1/2 full
• Facilitate scheduling needs, equipment and supply maintenance, and other daily operational support functions as assigned by the EMS Manager and EMS Director (Supply counts, vehicle maintenance/record keeping, making a schedule, etc.)
• Ensure daily narcotic logs are in order and vehicle checks (on-board supplies/equip.) are completed
• Support other programs and divisions within the Covenant EMS System as able
• Remain up to date on all regulatory training (clinical, non-clinical, CME, etc.) and ensure that all certifications are uploaded into the appropriate systems. Coordinate and work with the EMS Manager and/or EMS Medical Director to develop specific and deliberate training plans as needed
• Complete all mandatory Covenant Health training, mandatory Covenant Health EMS in-service training, as well as additional independent training to meet State of Tennessee minimal continuing education requirements
• Prepare reports and manage projects as assigned by the EMS Manager
• Coordinate with EMS Manager, the EMS Director, and the Covenant Health IT Team to facilitate and manage all aspects of IT including, but not limited to computer maintenance, any and all pertinent systems account setup for team members
• Comply with all local, state, and federal employment laws (i.e., Americans with Disability Act, Affirmative Action Plan, etc.)
• Follow policies, procedures, and safety standards. Complete required education assignments annually. Work toward achieving goals and objectives and participate in quality improvement initiatives as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Sufficient education to meet the standards for achievement of the required license and/or certification by the issuing authority
• Two (2) years full-time experience as a paramedic or experience as an RN in an acute care setting
• Must have and maintain a TN Paramedic license OR a valid, unrestricted license in any Compact Member state
• Must have and maintain a Critical Care Paramedic certification OR a TN Community Paramedic Certification
• ACLS and BLS Required
• Valid driver
• State mandated minimum insurance coverage
• Driving record must meet Covenant Health minimum standards at the date of hire and throughout employment tenure

Important Details

• Schedule: 80 hours per pay period, varied shifts
• Travel: Local travel required

About the Company

Covenant Health Emergency Medical Services (EMS) ensures rapid response with specially trained personnel and a fleet of vehicles equipped with cutting-edge technology. The team improves patient care and outcomes, supports post-discharge planning, and enhances community engagement. They work closely with all Covenant medical centers and several non-Covenant facilities to ensure advanced-level transport options are available when needed.