Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic
- BLS
- Driver's license
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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open emergency medical technician jobs in Tennessee post a median of $22.02 an hour, the middle half $21.28–$24.53, across 5 jobs that state their pay. Emergency medical technicians employed in Tennessee earn a median of $19.39 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic
Job Location: Memphis, Tennessee
Company Name: LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi
Openings: Full-time - Days and/or Nights and/or Weekends
Job Summary
LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic to join our team of dedicated professionals. As an EMT, you will provide basic emergency and non-emergency paramedical care to the ill and injured, responding to emergency calls and transporting patients to medical facilities.
Responsibilities
- Provide basic emergency and non-emergency paramedical care to the ill and injured
- Respond to emergency calls, performing medical services and transporting patients to medical facilities
- Continue to give care as necessary during the transport of the patient to the hospital
- Maintain composure in extremely stressful situations and assess medical situations to perform emergency lifesaving procedures
- Safely transfer patients onto and lift and carry stretchers into the ambulance
Requirements
- Skills and experience incumbent to function with proficiency at the BLS level of service
- Must be 18 years of age or older
- High School Diploma or GED
- Tennessee Licensure as Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Basic
- Valid Driver’s License with an F endorsement and with a good driving record
- Current CPR card
- Consent to a criminal background check
- Ability to lift/push/pull at least 100+ lbs.
Preferred
- PHTLS Certificate
- ITLS Certificate
- National Registry Certification
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay
- PTO
- Overtime opportunities
- Variety of elective benefits including Medical, dental, and Vision insurance, and 401K
- Uniforms
- On-site continuing education
- Family culture based on open communication
- EMS career advisers
Equal Employment Opportunity:
LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating and maintaining a diverse workforce: Minorities/Females/ Disabled/Veterans.
Apply Now:
If you are a motivated and compassionate EMT looking for a fulfilling career, we encourage you to apply to this exciting opportunity.
From LifeCare Ambulance - Memphis/Mississippi's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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