Paramedic – Full Time – Wilson County Government

Minimum Employment Requirements

1. Must be at least 21 years of age.

2. Must have a GED or high school diploma from an accredited school.

3. Must be a current AEMT, or EMTP license by the Tennessee Division of EMS. If you have passed the NREMT exam but not received your state card, you may provide a copy of your NAEMT card and proof of state application (consideration will be given).

4. Must have a current (not expired) AHA Health Care Provider card.

5. Recommended completion of the FEMA IS 100, 200, 700, & 800 (or 800B) courses. If this is not met at application, it is required by the end of the orientation.

6. Fire training is preferred but not mandatory initially. If no previous fire training the applicant understands they will be required to complete basic fire course within 1 year.

7. Must not be addicted to any prescription or illegal drug or the excessive use of alcohol, applicant must pass a drug screen.

8. Must be of good moral character and reputation. Convictions or pending charges of any crime involving moral turpitude will disqualify an applicant.

9. Must pass a physical examination to verify being medically fit to wear a respirator and to meet TN division of EMS physical requirements.

10. Pass criminal background check.

11. Pass a department physical ability test.

The following items are required at the time of your application to verify training.

1. Application with complete and accurate information including valid contact phone numbers.

2. Copy of Tennessee AEMT, or EMT-P license.

3. Copy of FEMA Independent Study 100, 200, 700, & 800 (or 800B) certifications.

4. Copy of AHA Healthcare provider card.

5. Copy of High school diploma or GED.

6. A list of all training, please do NOT provide a copy of all certificates, this will be needed only if you are hired for your training file. This list will assist the hiring/application committee to see a summary of any training/experience that the applicant has.