Paramedic Jobs in Tennessee

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

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Priority Ambulance - Paramedic

  • Winchester, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Winchester, TN
  • 1 day ago

CertificationAHA Basic Life Support CertificationAHA Advanced Life Support CertificationPhysically Able to Perform Job Duties#IND1...

Paramedic PRN

  • Lawrenceburg, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrenceburg, TN
  • 1 day ago

Description: 11132 Paramedic STRHS-Lawrenceburg Job Description 06.16.20 Job Summary Responds to calls for emergency medical services and provides patient care as directed and/or determined necessary...

Paramedic - Farragut - Knoxville, TN

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Requirement of a GED or high school diploma Paramedic (EMT-P) certification required In school?...

Paramedic - Clinton Highway - Knoxville, TN

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Requirement of a GED or high school diploma Paramedic (EMT-P) certification required In school?...

Paramedic - South Knoxville, TN

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 3 days ago

Requirements Requirement of a GED or high school diploma Paramedic (EMT-P) certification required In school?...

Paramedic

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 4 days ago

Responsibilities Full time 3p-11p Accepting MLS or MLT candidates Accurately analyzes and reports all tests ordered by the Medical Staff in a timely manner and according to laboratory procedures...

Paramedic PRN - Clarksville

  • Clarksville, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Clarksville, TN
  • 4 days ago

practice within the defined Vanderbilt paramedic scope of practice....

Paramedic FT Days

  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 5 days ago

Paramedic Full Time Days Position Summary The Licensed Paramedic acts as a member of the healthcare team to perform delegated patient care duties in the department assigned....

Baptist Ambulance - Paramedic

  • Union City, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Union City, TN
  • 6 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Union City, TN Position Type : Baptist Ambulance Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Health Care Description Baptist Ambulance is seeking Paramedics in Union City, TN...

Paramedic

  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 7 days ago

Administers prompt and efficient basic, intermediate and advanced life support care within the limits of licensure or certification and in accordance with approved protocols prior to and during transport...

Mississippi - Mississippi State Department of Health, Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association, Pediatric Trauma Life Support - International Trauma Life Support, STABLE - Neonatal...

Critical Care Paramedic - EMS

  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 8 days ago

Pediatric Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted....

Paramedic - Located in Chattanooga, TN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 9 days ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License with Critical Care Certification State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record in compliance...

Paramedic Probationary (FC129)

  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 9 days ago

Must be currently licensed by the State of Tennessee as a Paramedic or be eligible for reciprocity in the State of Tennessee as a licensed Paramedic and obtain State of Tennessee Paramedic licensure...

Industrial Paramedic - 2nd Shift

  • Lexington, TN
  • 9 days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary We are currently seeking a skilled and dedicated Paramedic to join our team. As a Paramedic, you will play a critical role in providing emergency medical care to individuals in need....

Demographic Data for Tennessee

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Tennessee

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Tennessee offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.8%
Associate's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
6.5%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


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