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Covenant Health

PARAMEDIC II - EMS

Tazewell, TN · On-site

Within the Covenant Health EMS System, the Critical Care Paramedic is a public safety professional that provides direct care to patients with medical emergencies and other acute illnesses and/or ...

Covenant Health

PARAMEDIC II - EMS

Tazewell, TN · On-site

Within the Covenant Health EMS System, the Critical Care Paramedic is a public safety professional that provides direct care to patients with medical emergencies and other acute illnesses and/or ...

Covenant Health

PARAMEDIC I - EMS

Tazewell, TN · On-site

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 ...

WVU Medicine

Executive Director- MON EMS

Morgantown, WV · On-site

Directs the activities of Mon EMS to include planning, developing and implementing programs, policies and procedures consistent with organizational goals and objectives and in compliance with all ...

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How much do ems director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for ems director in the United States is $116,501.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,500.00 and $136,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an EMS director?

EMS Directors are responsible for overseeing emergency medical services (EMS) operations within an organization or region. They manage personnel, budgets, training, and ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. EMS Directors also coordinate with hospitals, fire departments, and other emergency agencies to provide efficient and effective emergency care. Their leadership is crucial in maintaining high standards of patient care and operational readiness.

What are common challenges EMS directors face when managing emergency medical services teams?

EMS Directors often encounter challenges such as balancing limited resources with high service demand, ensuring staff are properly trained and equipped, and maintaining compliance with evolving regulations. They must also address staff burnout and foster effective communication across shifts and departments. Successful EMS Directors proactively develop protocols, provide ongoing training, and promote a positive workplace culture to meet these challenges and deliver high-quality emergency care.

What skills and qualifications do EMS directors need?

To thrive as an EMS Director, you need a comprehensive background in emergency medical services, leadership experience, and typically a degree in EMS management or a related field, along with relevant state or national certifications. Familiarity with EMS software, incident command systems, and regulatory compliance tools is crucial. Strong decision-making, communication, and crisis management skills help you lead teams effectively and foster community trust. These competencies ensure efficient emergency response operations, regulatory adherence, and the safety of both patients and EMS personnel.

What do EMS directors do?

EMS directors provide administrative oversight to a large group of emergency services professionals. As an EMS director, your staff includes paramedics, emergency medical technicians (EMTs), doctors, nurses, and support staff. Your main duties are to handle budgetary and staffing matters, such as scheduling, instruction of new employees, finding volunteers, and managing your organization’s compliance with local, state, and federal health and safety codes. In addition to your work in the office, your responsibilities may include working closely with community partners, hospitals, and other entities to ensure that your program is providing the best services possible.

What is the difference between Ems Director vs Ems Coordinator?

AspectEms DirectorEms Coordinator
CertificationsEMT-P, Paramedic, or EMS Management CertificationEMT-B or EMT-Paramedic
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple EMS teams, manages operations, and develops policiesCoordinates EMS responses, schedules, and patient care at the operational level
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, EMS agencies, and emergency services organizationsEMS agencies, hospitals, and emergency response teams

The Ems Director typically holds higher-level management responsibilities, overseeing entire EMS operations, while the Ems Coordinator focuses on coordinating daily EMS activities and logistics. Both roles require EMS certifications, but the Director's role involves strategic planning and leadership, whereas the Coordinator handles operational tasks.

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Infographic showing various Ems Director job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $116,501 per year, or $56 per hour.

PARAMEDIC II - EMS

Covenant Health

Tazewell, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Overview
Paramedic, Interfacility EMS
Full Time, 80 Hours Per Pay Period, Variable Shifts
Covenant Health Overview:
Covenant Health is East Tennessee's top-performing healthcare network with 10 hospitals and over 85 outpatient and specialty services, and Covenant Medical Group, our area's fastest-growing physician practice division. Headquartered in Knoxville, Covenant Health is a community-owned, not-for-profit healthcare system and the area's largest employer with over 11,000 employees.
Covenant Health is the only healthcare system in East Tennessee to be named six times by Forbes as a Best Employer.
Position Summary:
Within the Covenant Health EMS System, the Critical Care Paramedic is a public safety professional that provides direct care to patients with medical emergencies and other acute illnesses and/or injuries in the pre-hospital and interfacility settings. The Critical Care Paramedic performs careful assessment of patients and provides emergent and critical care interventions for various injuries and illnesses. The paramedic shall also gain knowledge of patient identity, pre-existing medical conditions, current medications, and other factors affecting medical preference, resulting in high quality medical decision making and care for his or her patient.
Responsibilities
  • Renders necessary emergency care for acute illness or injury, including medical emergencies, traumatic injury, behavioral health emergencies or other associated care of chronic comorbid conditions.
  • Administers his or her full scope of medications and provide his or her full scope of medical interventions, as approved by the EMS Medical Director
  • Utilizes EMS telecommunications for coordination and information exchange with EMS dispatchers, medical facilities, online medical control, and other system users, and shall conduct radio transmissions appropriately with regard for rules, regulations and procedures.
  • Reports 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.
  • Ensures Patient Care Reports (PCRs) and other documentation is complete and timely, as per company policy
  • Adheres to the Covenant Health EMS dress code while on duty.
  • Cleans and maintains vehicles and facilities daily, including being responsible for routine daily maintenance checks and record results on the vehicle maintenance check list; properly cleaning and restocking assigned vehicles after each call; refueling vehicle (at the designated service stations) after each call or when tank is less than 1/2 full.
  • Facilitates 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.)
  • Ensures daily narcotic logs are in order and vehicle checks (on-board supplies/equip.) are completed.
  • Supports other programs and divisions within the Covenant EMS System as able.
  • Remains 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.
  • Completes 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.
  • Prepares reports and manage projects as assigned by the EMS Manager.
  • Coordinates 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.
  • Responsible for complying with all local, state, and federal employment laws (i.e., Americans with Disability Act, Affirmative Action Plan, etc.).
  • Local travel required.
  • Follows policies, procedures, and safety standards. Completes required education assignments annually. Works toward achieving goals and objectives and participates in quality improvement initiatives as requested.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
Minimum Education:
None specified; however, must be sufficient to meet the standards for achievement of the below indicated license and/or certification as required by the issuing authority.
Minimum Experience:
Two (2) years full time experience as a paramedic or experience as an RN in an acute care setting.
Licensure Requirement:
Must have and maintain a TN Paramedic license OR a valid, unrestricted license in any Compact Member state. In addition, must have and maintain a Critical Care Paramedic certification OR a TN Community Paramedic Certification. ACLS and BLS Required. Employee must have a valid driver's license and state mandated minimum insurance coverage. Driving record must meet Covenant Health minimum standards at the date of hire and throughout employment tenure.

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