Paramedic

Overview

Paramedic full time -  at Central Carolina EMS. An employee in this class serves as a member of a crew responding to emergency and non-emergency medical calls, administering medical stabilization to patients in the field, and studying and training in the methods and techniques for emergency medical care.

SCHEDULE is 24 hours on, 72 hours off (6:00 am to 6:00 am)

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency medical calls as a crew member.
• Administer medical stabilization to patients in the field.
• Study and train in the methods and techniques for emergency medical care.

• High school graduate, preferred. Required coursework in emergency medical techniques; or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
• Experience in emergency service work, preferred.
• Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic by the North Carolina Medical Board.
• National Registry of EMT Paramedics and Critical Care Paramedic certifications preferred.
• Certified ACLS, PALS, BCLS and BTLS or PHTLS.
• Possession of a valid driver{"'}s{"'} license with a solid driving history issued by the state of North Carolina.
• Considerable knowledge of emergency medical procedures and techniques.
• Ability to respond quickly and calmly to emergency situations.
• Working knowledge of procedures in extrication, movement of patients, rescue techniques, transportation, and psychological needs of a patient.
• Relays information regarding patients to doctors and hospital personnel. Prepares call reports and maintains records on patients treated.
• Acts in accordance with CCALS and NCOEMS policies and procedures.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Working knowledge of county geography and of the location of roads and streets within the county.
• Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
• Ability to lift substantial weight.
• Ability to safely operate an ambulance day or night in inclement weather.
• Ability to multi-task and provide care in a vast array of clinical settings.
• Knowledge of the current literature, trends, and developments associated with EMS work.
• Able to work on a tobacco-free campus.