Health Care Technician II/EMT Position Available In Granville, North Carolina

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Health Care Technician II/EMT – Murdoch Developmental Center

Salary $31,235.00 – $46,852.00 Annually Location Granville County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Job Number 25-06349 Department Dept of Health and Human Services Division Murdoch Developmental Center Opening Date 05/20/2025 Closing Date 5/28/2025 5:00 PM Eastern Job Class Title Health Care Technician II, EMT Position Number 60050884 Salary Grade

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Sign-on bonus of $2500 for the successful applicant(s) of this posting. See eligibility for Sign-on Bonus below in the Supplemental and Contact Information section. We are currently recruiting for a

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position. This position works within the Transportation Department at Murdoch Developmental Center. This position functions as provider of medical care and transport to various hospitals and medical facilities for appointments and procedures. Additional responsibilities include transporting patients on campus to Medical Clinic, Dental Clinic, Laboratory, X-ray, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy. This position also provides medical care and transport on Murdoch Developmental Center’s ambulance for emergent and non-emergent off-campus medical care. The position must be EMT certified. When on off-campus medical trips, this position assists medical staff with patient behavior management and assists with compliance with examinations. Medical providers are not always experienced in caring for patients with IDD and this position assists in making the resident more comfortable and at ease while relating to the provider any special needs. When transporting residents for medical purposes, this position serves as liaison between the medical staff of Murdoch Developmental Center and the facility in which the resident is to receive care. This position is responsible for assisting people that live at Murdoch Developmental Center into vehicles (ambulatory, non-ambulatory, wheelchairs, and stretchers) and transporting to scheduled destinations. Other routine duties include picking up medicine boxes, pharmacy requisitions, charts, lab specimens, and x-rays from campus buildings. This position has responsibilities of the cleaning and maintenance of all official EMS vehicles (i.e. our ambulances) and maintaining data as required by the Office of Emergency Management Services. This position ensures compliance of written operational protocols involving the equipment and supplies of the Ambulances. This position monitors expiration dates for supplies and medication and proactively replenishes. This position will additionally function as the informal Preceptor for the EMT’s. Position will assure that new hires are trained on operation of equipment and that training records and opportunities are provided. This position will serve as backup to the supervisor position within the department providing guidance, scheduling and other support as needed. Position will provide backup support for Motor Fleet vehicle program or other duties and tasks as assigned by management. The normal working hours are Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., some flexibility required to meet center’s needs. This is a full-time position and eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance, paid sick/vacation/holidays, retirement, etc.

About Murdoch Developmental Center:

Murdoch Developmental Center is a 24/7 state residential facility located in Butner, NC, near the Research Triangle area. Murdoch serves individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities (I/DD). Murdoch is a caring community where professionals work with people of various ages, cognitive and functional abilities. To be considered for employment, you must be in good standing with the North Carolina Health Care Personnel Registry. To learn more about Murdoch Developmental Center, click the link to watch the video below: https://vimeo.com/268881255. ALL employees of Murdoch Center are designated as

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for adverse weather and emergency events. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified applicants must document on the application that they possess all of the following (detail experience in your work history/duties that pertain to the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities): Must have EMT certification Must have a valid driver’s license. Management Preferences Two years work experience in a healthcare support services setting.
EMT certification.
Ability to work with and maintain a therapeutic attitude towards developmentally disabled clients is required. A desire to learn behavior support and coaching techniques that work for the people at Murdoch Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a member of a team with good demeanor and professionalism Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with the population served, staff and others both orally and in writing Proven ability to maintain professional work relationships and boundaries Anticipate hazards and perform all duties safely Demonstrated ability to be able to communicate and document observations and recommendations effectively Be willing to learn and apply computer applications for personal benefits, performance plans and required training Physical Requirements
Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Nurse Aide I and Nurse Aide II listing is NOT required for this position. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See oshr.nc.gov/experience-guide for detail. High school or General Educational Development diploma; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Condition for Continued Employment As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. As applicable, listing as a Nurse Aide II by the North Carolina Board of Nursing. As applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Supplemental and Contact Information Employer
State of North Carolina
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