Key Takeaways

  • 75% of U.S. employers use automated applicant tracking systems to screen resumes before a human reviews them (Harvard Business School & Accenture, 2021)
  • The most common ATS failures are missing keywords, incompatible formatting, and incorrect file types
  • ResumeGeni scores your resume across 8 parsing layers — modeled on the same steps enterprise ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, and Taleo use to evaluate candidates

How ATS Resume Scoring Works

Applicant tracking systems parse your resume into structured data — extracting your name, contact info, work history, skills, and education — then score how well that data matches the job requirements. Many ATS rejections happen because the parser couldn't extract critical fields, not because the candidate wasn't qualified.

LayerWhat It ChecksWhy It Matters
Document extractionFile format, encoding, readabilityCorrupted or image-only PDFs fail immediately
Layout analysisTables, columns, headers, footersMulti-column layouts break field extraction
Section detectionExperience, education, skills headingsNon-standard headings cause sections to be missed
Field mappingName, email, phone, dates, titlesMissing contact info is a common cause of immediate rejection
Keyword matchingJob-specific terms, skills, certificationsKeyword overlap affects recruiter search visibility and ATS scoring
Chronology checkDate ordering, gap detectionReverse-chronological order is expected by most ATS
QuantificationMetrics, numbers, measurable outcomesQuantified achievements help human reviewers and some scoring models
Confidence scoringOverall parse quality and completenessLow-confidence parses get deprioritized in results

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ResumeGeni free?
Yes. ResumeGeni is currently in beta — ATS analysis, scoring, and initial improvement suggestions are free with no signup required. Full guidance and saved reports may require a free account.
What file formats are supported?
PDF, DOCX, DOC, TXT, RTF, ODT, and Apple Pages. PDF and DOCX are recommended for best ATS compatibility.
How is the ATS score calculated?
Your resume is processed through an 8-layer parsing pipeline that extracts structured data the same way enterprise ATS platforms do. The score reflects how completely and accurately your resume can be parsed, plus how well your content matches common ATS ranking criteria.
Can ATS read PDF resumes?
Yes, but not all PDFs are equal. Text-based PDFs parse well. Image-only PDFs (scanned documents) and PDFs with complex tables or multi-column layouts often fail ATS parsing. Our analyzer will flag these issues.
How do I improve my ATS score?
Focus on three areas: use a clean single-column format, include keywords from the job description naturally in your experience bullets, and ensure all sections (contact, experience, education, skills) use standard headings.

ATS Guides & Resources

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Paramedic

docgo · Chattanooga, TN

Title: Paramedic
Pay Rates:

Paramedic: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour based on experience

Vent/Critical Care Paramedic: $36.00 - $37.00 per hour based on experience
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Employment Types: Full Time / Part Time
Schedule: Flexible schedules
Benefits:

  • Productivity bonuses
  • Flexible schedules, Full-Time and Part-Time employment opportunities
  • New ambulances equipped with the latest eco-friendly technology, stylish uniforms (company provided), and new equipment
  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance packages (with company contribution) for full-time employees
  • Direct Deposit
  • Paid time off (PTO) for full-time employees
  • 401(k)

About Ambulnz by DocGo:
DocGo is leading the proactive healthcare revolution with an innovative care delivery platform that includes mobile health services, population health, remote patient monitoring, and ambulance services. DocGo disrupts the traditional four-wall healthcare system by providing high quality, highly affordable care to patients where and when they need it. DocGo's proprietary, AI-powered technology, logistics network, and dedicated field staff of over 5,000 certified health professionals elevate the quality of patient care and drive efficiencies for municipalities, hospital networks, and health insurance providers. With Mobile Health, DocGo empowers the full promise and potential of telehealth by facilitating healthcare treatment, in tandem with a remote physician, in the comfort of a patient's home or workplace. Together with DocGo's integrated Ambulnz medical transport services, DocGo is bridging the gap between physical and virtual care.


Paramedic Job Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with your fellow EMS staff and management to assure top-tier patient care. 
  • Be flexible as emergency services operate on a 24-hour clock - your work shift schedule may vary due to the nature of the business. 
  • Remain up to date with current standards of care, including equipment functions and uses and all certifications, licenses, and registrations. 
  • Conduct yourself in a courteous, helpful, and professional manner when dealing with patients, co-workers, supervisors, and the public. 
  • Recognize and treat any medical condition with appropriate techniques, equipment, and knowledge of all State and County protocols. 
  • Provide top-tier medical transport to medical facilities by assuming responsibilities for medical care of the patient and carrying out established policies and procedures. 
  • Maintain rig cleanliness by stocking the rigs and taking ownership of your space. 
  • Gather patient billing information and appropriate billing signatures. 
  • Prepare and submit a pre-hospital patient care report. 
  • Respond promptly to assignments as required by the Dispatch Center. 
  • Must be able to lift, push and pull 125 lbs or more. 
  • Other tasks as assigned. 

Paramedic Requirements:

  • TN Paramedic Certification (minimum)
  • Driver's License and acceptable driving record (Driver's License a minimum of 2 years)
  • CPR for Health Care Provider, ACLS, PALS Certification
  • Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull at least 125 lbs
  • Successfully complete Physical Aptitude Test 

EEO/AAP Statement:  DocGo is an equal opportunity employer. We acknowledge and honor the fundamental value and dignity of all individuals. We pledge ourselves to crafting and maintaining an environment that respects diverse traditions, heritages, and experiences.  DocGo is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position.  As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position. 

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