FIND YOUR EMS CAREER PATH
We take pride in the various career paths we offer our employees. The EMS industry is growing, and demand for qualified professionals in all areas of our business is on the rise. Providing career-advancement tracks is important to us and enhances our value as an employer when we can train and promote from within our ranks. We are also committed to fostering the next generation of EMS leaders and offer highly specialized training for individuals interested in management roles.
Position Title: Dispatcher
Department: Communications
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Company: Puckett EMS
Shift: Night Shift
Summary:
The Dispatcher is responsible for taking calls and managing units so that we are on time for emergency and non-emergency transports. They are to follow Puckett EMS policies, protocols and culture. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Answering the phone in the communications center
- Gathers all necessary information to dispatch calls
- Effectively manages the units
- Provides feedback to supervisor as needed
- Achieves 95% compliance monthly
- Accuracy with data entry
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Excel, Word
- Good organizational skills
Company - Puckett EMS
Location - Chattanooga, TN
Reports to Communications Director
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Company: Puckett EMS
Position: Dispatch Supervisor (Night Shift)
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Definition:
Dispatch Shift Supervisor directs and leads Dispatchers and Dispatch Call Takers in deploying, tracking and moving units on an ongoing basis throughout the day per local System Status Deployment and Posting Plan.
Dispatch Shift Supervisor leads, directs and assists Dispatchers and Dispatch Call Takers in performing administrative and support tasks such as dealing with vehicle breakdowns, vehicle accidents, employee injuries, patient injuries, supply requests, general housekeeping activities, etc.
Dispatch Shift Supervisor acts as a “first stop” for Dispatchers and Dispatch Call Takers with questions, concerns or issues regarding administrative, pay, benefits or other personnel issues.
Dispatch Shift Supervisor acts as a liaison between field staff, dispatch, marketing and other operations management and support staff.
Functions as Dispatcher and/or Dispatch Call Taker when required, performs other duties related to dispatch operations as directed
Minimum Requirements:
• All Dispatcher & Dispatch Call Taker requirements.
• Must have the ability to function as a leader evaluating, coaching, training and directing field staff.
Physical Requirements:
• The ability to reach, push and pull.
• The ability to sit for long periods of time.
• The ability to use phones and radios to communicate with callers, crews and other staff
• The ability use mouse or keyboard to input data into computer over long periods of time.
• The ability to view graphic and text data on multiple computer screens for long periods of times.
• The ability to complete all job duties during any and all hours of the day and night.
Reports To:
• Dispatch Center Manager
Specific Duties:
• Functions as Dispatcher and/or Dispatch Call Taker when required, performs other duties related to emergency and non-emergency medical care and transportation as directed
• Ensures that Computer Aided Dispatch computer console, phone system, radio system and all equipment is ready for use at the beginning of each shift.
• Performs daily inspections of their work area and of the Dispatch Center for cleanliness. Then performs the appropriate housekeeping duties to ensure their work area is clean, free from clutter and sanitary at all times.
• Maintains appropriate communications with company units, managers, support staff, receiving healthcare facilities and other agencies via radio, data link, pager or cell phone as required.
• Is knowledgeable as to local geography to include location of hospitals, public venues as well as local streets and highway systems.
• Deploys, tracks and moves units on an ongoing basis throughout the day per local System Status Deployment and Posting Plan.
• Responds to all calls for service promptly and accurately answering incoming phone calls for service per Emergency Medical Dispatch and company procedure as required.
• Utilizes appropriate Emergency Medical Dispatch and company procedure to accurately determine the exact nature of each call giving pre arrival instructions to callers per appropriate emergency medical dispatch and company procedure.
• Contacts and dispatches by radio, pager or MDT the most appropriate unit each request for service.
• Obtains complete intake information from all callers and inputs information received into Computer Aided Dispatch system.
• Communicates and coordinates with Field Supervisors, Operations Managers and other management and support staff to ensure the proper number of fully equipped and staffed vehicles are available to fulfill local System Status Plan on a daily basis.
• Acts at all times in the best interests of high quality patient care, in the best interest of the patient, and in such a manner to reflect credibly on the company and the professional reputation of the Dispatcher.
• Acts at all times with the safety of field crews he/she is dispatching in mind, as well as the safety of the patient, other EMS personnel, bystanders, and any other public safety personnel present at scene.
• Demonstrates complete knowledge, understanding and compliance of company policies and procedures.
• Accepts responsibility for recertification as an EMD and for other required license’s and certifications as required by company, local, regional, and state policies, regulations or laws.
• Demonstrates complete knowledge, understanding and compliance of company policies and procedures.
• Ensures the security of all company computer systems by adhering to security procedures and utilizing appropriate passwords policies.
• Ensures security of buildings, vehicles, equipment, supplies, systems and all other company property.
• Acts at all times with his/her personal safety in mind, as well as the safety of others.
• Maintains security and privacy of all company and patient information at all times in accordance HIPPA and all other local, state and federal regulations.
• Maintains security and privacy of all confidential and proprietary company information at all times in accordance with company policy.
• Reports to assigned shifts properly groomed and attired and on time unless the proper notification has been made. Remains on duty until properly relieved.
• At all times sets an example of professionalism and leadership for others to follow.
• Assures all company goals, objectives and procedures are followed on a daily basis.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.
Position: Ambulance Operator
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Shift: Varies
Puckett EMS is now hiring Ambulance Operators to drive the ambulances in accordance with the recent executive order in Tennessee. Though the operator position is not a permanent position, Puckett EMS will run several EMT courses which will be able to be completed free of charge by those in the driver position. The Ambulance Operator position is a fantastic first step in your EMS career journey to be a full-time employee of Puckett EMS while receiving your EMT certification.
The ambulance operator will function as a non-medical driver/support to Intermediate and Advanced emergency medical services personnel in daily functions. This support includes but is not limited to driving, performing CPR, collection of required patient documents and property, following all policies concerning HIPAA, Customer service and Standard operating procedures. Training will be provided to applicants seeking employment for this position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the communications center as directed.
- Maintains valid driver’s license, complying with all state and local laws, while safely escorting EMT and Patients according to SOP and protocols as approved by the medical director.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly, and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to company policies, procedures, guidelines, directives, and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor.
- Ensures vehicle complies with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Tennessee and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications:
- Must be 19 years or older with at least three years of driving experience.
- High School Diploma or GED (minimum requirement)
- Basic Life Support Certification (provided during training)
- Completion of documented training, including 5-day orientation (mandatory completion)
- Background, MVR & Drug screen required (provided upon offer)
- Current State of Tennessee Driver’s License. Upgrade to a Class F endorsement will be facilitated by the company during onboarding.
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: Ambulance Operator
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Austell, GA
Shift: Varies
Puckett EMS is now hiring Ambulance Operators to drive the ambulances in accordance with the recent executive order in Georgia. Though the operator position is not a permanent position, Puckett EMS will run several EMT courses which will be able to be completed free of charge by those in the driver position. The Ambulance Operator position is a fantastic first step in your EMS career journey to be a full-time employee of Puckett EMS while receiving your EMT certification.
The ambulance operator will function as a non-medical driver/support to Intermediate and Advanced emergency medical services personnel in daily functions. This support includes but is not limited to driving, performing CPR, collection of required patient documents and property, following all policies concerning HIPAA, Customer service and Standard operating procedures. Training will be provided to applicants seeking employment for this position.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the communications center as directed.
- Maintains valid driver’s license, complying with all state and local laws, while safely escorting EMT and Patients according to SOP and protocols as approved by the medical director.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly, and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to company policies, procedures, guidelines, directives, and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor.
- Ensures vehicle complies with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications:
- Must be 21 years or older with at least three years of driving experience.
- High School Diploma or GED (minimum requirement)
- Basic Life Support Certification (provided during training)
- Completion of documented training, including 5-day orientation (mandatory completion)
- Background, MVR & Drug screen required (provided upon offer)
- Current State of Georgia Driver’s License. Upgrade to a Class F endorsement will be facilitated by the company during onboarding.
Title: Document Quality Assurance (DQA) Representative
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Austell, GA
Summary Description:
The DQA Representative is responsible for ensuring that information and documentation required for proper billing of claims is obtained and present for all billable events for an assigned area.
Description of Duties:
- Demonstrates knowledge, understanding and compliance of company policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of (and compliance with) Federal, State, and local laws, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they pertain to reimbursement, collections, and compliance.
- Demonstrates complete knowledge of proper billing, coding, and posting procedures.
- Ensure security of buildings and all other company property.
- Performs daily appropriate housekeeping duties.
- Ability to work as a team member.
- Complete and maintain appropriate training, certification, and licensure for their position.
- Maintain a high level of customer service when dealing with patients, patient families, co-worker's clients, other healthcare providers, and the general public.
- Notify DQA Manager of any lapses in documentation resulting in less than full compliance with compliance and HIPAA standards.
- Maintains security and privacy of all company and patient information at all times in accordance HIPPA and all other local, state, and federal regulations.
- Is responsible for keeping billing and patient care records secure in accordance with proper HIPAA and document retention standards.
- Reports to assigned shifts on time and properly groomed in appropriate business attire.
- At all times sets an example of professionalism and places customer service, compliance, and safety above all else.
- Notifies DQA Manager of any questions, concerns, or issues regarding billing, collections, or compliance matters.
- Work closely with Operations and Dispatch Management and Personnel to ensure timely, accurate, and complete information and documentation is available to be submitted for proper billing services.
- Thoroughly evaluate all documentation received from Operations Personnel (example PCRs, PCSs), Dispatch Personnel (example: CAD records, call types, priorities), and external customers (example: insurance and demographic information) and ensure any shortcomings or discrepancies are addressed prior to submitting documentation and information to the billing office. Should ensure that all items listed on the DQA Key Data Point Review Sheet are reviewed, present, and accurate prior to submission.
- Timely process assigned work and appropriately forward information and documentation to the billing office using the assigned workflow options.
- Perform other duties related to DQA or as assigned by management.
Position: Paramedic
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to ensure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for a Paramedic position. Must hold a State of Tennessee Drivers License. Must attend all in-house mandatory training in addition to all Paramedic required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Tennessee and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Bonus:
- Sign on bonus available
- Relocation assistance available
- Reciprocity fees paid
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: EMT (Basic or Advanced)
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Chattanooga, Tennessee
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Tennessee Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Tennessee Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Tennessee and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Tennessee EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Tennessee Drivers License
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: EMT
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Ringgold, GA (Catoosa County)
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must possess a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must possess a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Georgia EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Georgia Drivers License
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position supports Catoosa County, Georgia
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: EMT (Basic or Advanced)
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Whitwell, TN (Marion County)
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee and Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must possess a State of Tennessee or Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee and Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must possess a State of Tennessee or Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Tennessee or Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Tennessee or Georgia EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Tennessee or Georgia Drivers License
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: Paramedic
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Ringold, GA (Catoosa County)
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for a Paramedic position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all Paramedic required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Job Summary
Functions as Paramedic on ambulance operating in and around Catoosa County, Georgia. Safely operates vehicle to/from pick up and drop off locations. Provides ALS patient care and movement. Documents all transports completely per company SOP. Adheres to all company policies and procedures.
Qualifications
• High School Diploma or GED
• Valid Driver’s License
• State of Georgia or National Registry Paramedic Certification
• AHA Basic Life Support Certification
• AHA Advanced Life Support Certification
• Physically Able to Perform Job Duties
• Minimum One Year Prior EMS Field Experience
Compensation
• Competitive Pay
• Including Pay for Prior EMS Experience
• Vacation, Sick & Holiday Pay
• Health, Dental, Pharmacy & Vison Insurance
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability & Life Insurance
• 401k Retirement Savings Program
• Company Provided Uniforms
• Ongoing Continuing Education
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: Paramedic
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Sequatchie County, TN
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to ensure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for a Paramedic position. Must hold a State of Tennessee Drivers License. Must attend all in-house mandatory training in addition to all Paramedic required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Tennessee and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: Paramedic
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Marion County, TN
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to ensure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for a Paramedic position. Must hold a State of Tennessee Drivers License. Must attend all in-house mandatory training in addition to all Paramedic required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Tennessee and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: EMT (Basic or Advanced)
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Sequatchie County, Tennessee
Summary:
Provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Tennessee EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Tennessee Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Tennessee and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Tennessee EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Tennessee Drivers License
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Company: Puckett EMS
Position: Vehicle Supply Technician
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Definition:
Vehicle Supply Technician is responsible for fueling, cleaning and stocking ambulances as directed.
Vehicle Supply Technician is responsible receiving medical, cleaning and shop supplies as directed.
Vehicle Supply Technician is responsible for inventorying and stocking medical supply closets at AOC, ambulance stations and ambulance sub stations.
Minimum Requirements:
• Must possess a high degree of personal integrity and responsibility.
• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED Certification.
• Must be currently licensed with state motor vehicle operator’s license.
• Must have a clean driving record as approved by company vehicle liability insurer.
• Most successfully complete a CEVO Ambulance driver safety classroom and practical course.
• Must successfully complete a CPR course by the AHA or other appropriate organization within 30 days of hire.
• Must successfully complete a First Aid course by the ARC or other appropriate organization within 30 days of hire.
• Must have the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision, using good judgment.
Physical Requirements:
• The ability to reach, push and pull.
• The ability to sit or stand for long periods of time.
• The ability to walk up and down stairs without difficulty.
• The ability to bend, stoop, squat and kneel for long periods of time.
• The ability to walk a distance of one quarter of a mile without difficulty.
• The ability to complete all job duties during any and all hours of the day and night.
• The ability to lift and maneuver 150 pounds without difficulty.
• The ability to lift and maneuver 150 pounds up and down two flights of stairs without difficulty.
Reports To:
• Operations Supervisor or Manager as appropriate.
Specific Duties:
• Demonstrates complete knowledge, understanding and compliance of company policies and procedures.
• On a daily basis ensures that vehicle assigned each shift are prepared for use by field crews by:
- Fully Fueling Ambulance
- Cleaning Exterior of Ambulance
- Cleaning and Disinfecting Ambulance Interior
- Cleaning and Disinfecting Ambulance Equipment
- Stocking Ambulance w/ Appropriate Medical Equipment & Supplies
• As assigned completes Deep Cleaning of ambulances per SOP.
• As assigned completes Decontamination of ambulances per SOP
• Ensure security of buildings, vehicles, equipment, medications and all other company property.
• Maintains security and privacy of all confidential and proprietary company information at all times in accordance with company policy.
• Ensures the security of all company computer systems by adhering to security procedures and utilizing appropriate passwords policies.
• Performs daily inspections of work area for cleanliness and performs appropriate housekeeping duties as needed.
• Assists operations management staff in inventorying, ordering, receiving, stocking and issuing medical, office and shop equipment and supplies.
• Adheres to Universal Precautions/Body Substance Isolation when operating, cleaning an stocking ambulances. Is familiar with and practices the Infection Control policies and procedures of company.
• Accepts responsibility for recertification in CPR and First Aid and for other required license’s and certifications as required by company, local, regional, and state policies, regulations or laws.
• Demonstrates complete knowledge, understanding and compliance of company policies and procedures.
• Ensures the security of all company computer systems by adhering to security procedures and utilizing appropriate passwords policies.
• Ensures security of buildings, vehicles, equipment, supplies, systems and all other company property.
• Acts at all times with his/her personal safety in mind, as well as the safety of others.
• Maintains security and privacy of all company and patient information at all times in accordance HIPPA and all other local, state and federal regulations.
• Maintains security and privacy of all confidential and proprietary company information at all times in accordance with company policy.
• Accepts responsibility for recertification as appropriate as required by company, local, regional, and state policies, regulations or laws.
• Reports to assigned shifts properly groomed and attired and on time unless the proper notification has been made. Remains on duty until properly relieved.
• Assures all company goals, objectives and procedures are followed on a daily basis.
• Acts at all times with his/her personal safety in mind, as well as the safety of others.
• Performs other duties as directed by management.
*Priority Ambulance strongly encourages providers to get their COVID vaccinations. We respect individual rights and will consider religious and medical exemptions to COVID vaccinations.
Position: EMT-B/CHOA Driver
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Austell, GA
Summary:
The Emergency Medical Technician provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Provides duties as Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta driver. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Driver’s License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six-month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Emergency Medical Technician provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Provides duties as Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta driver. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Driver’s License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six-month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly, and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives, and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required.
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- MUST be at least 21 years of age.
- State of Georgia EMT License
- CLEAN MVR, no exceptions
- Two years driving experience in an EMS Environment (or Fire)
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
Position: Paramedic
Puckett EMS
Austell, GA
Summary:
The Paramedic provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for a Paramedic position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all Paramedic required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Position: EMT-A (Advanced)
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Austell, GA
Summary:
The Advanced EMT provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Advanced EMT provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Georgia EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Georgia Drivers License
- Physically Able to Perform Job Duties
Position: EMT
Company: Puckett EMS
Location: Austell, GA
Summary:
The Emergency Medical Technician provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The Emergency Medical Technician provides patient care in both the emergency and non-emergency environment. Ensures compliance with all State of Georgia EMS rules and regulations. Checks and maintains all ambulance equipment and vehicle to insure it is clean and in proper working condition. Maintains all company required licenses and certifications for an EMT position. Must hold a State of Georgia Drivers License. Must attend mandatory training in addition to all EMT required courses. Follow all company policies and procedures including company medical director approved protocols and standing orders. Employees hired into this position are subject to a six month introductory probationary period.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Respond to all calls for service dispatched from the Puckett EMS communications center as directed.
- Provide care and treatment to patients according to company policy and the company medical director protocols.
- Ensures ambulance and all equipment is cleaned and checked daily. Any deficiencies should be reported immediately to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Prepares and completes appropriate reports including Patient Care Reports (PCR), billing, exposure reports, incident reports, daily, weekly and monthly unit check offs.
- Ensures unit and crew members adhere to Puckett EMS policies, procedures, guidelines, directives and standards. Reports any deficiencies to the shift supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Ensures vehicle placed in-service comply with required laws, rules license, and regulations as outlined by the State of Georgia and other authorized agencies.
- Prompt and regular attendance at work and mandatory meetings.
- Maintain a state of readiness and professionalism while on-duty.
- Maintain a professional appearance and conduct while in company uniform either on or off duty.
- Self-motivated and requires little supervision and direction.
- Performs other such duties as may be required
Qualifications
Minimum EMT Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED
- State of Georgia EMT License
- Basic Life Support Certification
- PHTLS or equivalent certification (within 6 months of hire date)
- EVOC or equivalent certification
- Current State of Georgia Drivers License
- Physically Able to Perform Job Duties
TRAINING ACADEMY
Our training academies are designed by experienced professionals to provide
the highest quality education and training to support your career in EMS.
EMT Basic Class - April 25, 2022
40-hour weekly schedule
(includes 48 total clinical hours)
Class will begin April 25; class ends 8-10 weeks from start date
Puckett EMS will provide all tuition, certification fees and classroom wage at no cost to the student. Our EMT Course follows the National Standard Curriculum as defined by the NREMT.
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Paramedic Scholar Program
Take your EMS career to the next level through our Paramedic Scholar Program. We’re offering current EMTs the chance to get paramedic certification for FREE with a flexible work schedule built around your studies. Plus, you’ll get paid for investing in your EMS education.
By advancing your certification level, you could earn 30-50% more than your current salary and open new opportunities for advancement in EMS, public safety and health care.
The Paramedic Scholar Program removes some key barriers to advancement. We’ll pay tuition, reimburse cost of materials and provide an additional stipend for your weekly classroom/study time.
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LEADERSHIP FOUNDATION
The Priority Ambulance family of companies values EMS leadership and recognizes that commitment through the Priority Ambulance Leadership Foundation. The Foundation has developed a unique and distinctive path for career advancement to promising EMS leaders of the future. The year-long EMS Leadership of Tomorrow program offers educational and mentoring opportunities to qualified professionals in and outside of the EMS industry. Hands-on coursework is taught during weeklong sessions hosted quarterly at various locations throughout the country.
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