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Scotland, County of (NC)
Paramedic - Full Time
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What they do
A Paramedic administers basic or advanced emergency medical care and assesses injuries and illnesses. May administer medication intravenously, use equipment such as EKGs, or administer advanced life support to sick or injured individuals.
$48,592 / year median in North Carolina
+5% projected growth
Job Description
We are glad you are interested in joining our team and serving the citizens of Scotland County ! Scotland County employees work to improve the wellbeing and safety of citizens' lives. As a county employee you will work with others who value respect, teamwork, dependability, accountability, innovation and excellence. We offer flexible work scheduling and a full benefits package including medical insurance, vacation, paid holidays, and membership in the North Carolina retirement system. An employee in this class performs skilled and technical work in operating an approved mobile medical unit, rescuing victims and administering appropriate emergency medical care to patients on-site and while in route to hospital. Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, providing advanced life support (ALS) care and patient transport Deliver emergency medical treatment and ensure safe, efficient patient care in the field Maintain required certifications and participate in ongoing training to stay current with protocols and procedures Complete accurate and timely documentation, including trip and patient care reports Inspect, clean, stock, and maintain ambulances, equipment, and EMS facilities Provide training support and public education on EMS and emergency preparedness as needed Assist other emergency service personnel and perform additional duties as assigned Must possess a valid Class C driver's license Graduation from high school and some experience as an EMT Paramedic or equivalent combination of experience Possession of a North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certification Possession of North Carolina Hazardous Material Level I certification Possession of North Carolina Emergency Vehicle Driver certification Possession of ACLS, PALS or