EMT - Paramedic, Emergency Medical Services

About CarolinaEast Medical Center

CarolinaEast Health System is dedicated to quality and compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. The flagship of the health system is a 350 bed full service medical center housing a complete complement of inpatient and outpatient services with the latest technology. CarolinaEast Health System employs 2,500 dedicated team members. We have physician practices in various specialties spanning four counties. Our employees create a culture of excellence that connects our patients to the same level of care that is usually found at larger medical centers while maintaining a friendly, community feel throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full time employees as well as benefits to part time plus and part time employees.

Job Summary: The Paramedic will provide emergency medical care and transportation for patients. This position will also perform departmental duties for CarolinaEast Health System, EMS department, and the EMS manager.

Minimum Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent. Current North Carolina Paramedic credential. Have and maintain a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of North Carolina. Any personnel operating a CarolinaEast owned ambulance must have a minimum of three years' driving experience. Ability to drive an ambulance safely and efficiently. Successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Drive (EVD) course within one year of hire. Maintainence of EVD certification; required EVD refresher course every two yeras. One year experience at the Paramedic level preferred. Current AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS certification. Obtain PHTLS certification within one year from date of hire. Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. The individual must possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status. The employee must be able to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed, as described in the unit's/ area's/ department's policies and procedures.

**Sign-on bonus of $3,000.00 for full time employees

**Relocation up to $5,000.00 for qualified candidates