(EMERGENCY SERVICES) PORT Paramedic

Sampson County; Clinton (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

Sampson County EMS in North Carolina is seeking two dedicated paramedics to implement and develop a PORT Paramedic program to respond to substance abuse calls and potentially mental health crisis calls within the County.

Working independently to navigate between patients and community resources, you will develop and implement care and treatment plans tailored to patient needs and make appropriate referrals to support positive outcomes.

Qualifications

• North Carolina Paramedic Certification required.
• Valid NC driver's license and EVOC training required.
• ACLS, PALS and PHTLS certifications preferred or required.
• NIMS IC300/IC400 training or equivalent incident management knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a PORT Paramedic program to respond to substance abuse calls and potential mental health crises.
• Work independently to navigate between patients and community resources and develop care plans.
• Refer patients to support services to promote positive outcomes.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and community leaders to educate and participate in outreach.

Education

North Carolina Paramedic Certification

North Carolina driver's license

Emergency Vehicle Driver Training

Post Overdose Response Training

ACLS

PALS

PHTLS

NIMS IC300

NIMS IC400

Job description

SALARY: Begins $55,800 with comprehensive benefits package

Sampson County EMS is actively seeking two dedicated paramedics to implement and develop a community-based PORT Paramedic program to respond to substance abuse calls and potentially mental health crisis calls within the County. Working independently to navigate between patients and community resources, these key employees will develop and implement care and treatment plans specific to patient needs and make appropriate referrals to support positive outcomes. Employees must be highly motivated and able to collaborate with law enforcement and community leaders to educate and participate in community outreach efforts.

Work is divided into alternating 12-hour daytime shifts working 36 hours one week followed by 48 hours the next week with the expectation of working occasional extra shifts on the 911 ambulances.

Requirements at time of hire include: North Carolina Paramedic Certification, valid NC driver's license, Emergency Vehicle Driver Training, Post Overdose Response Training, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS, and NIMS IC300 and IC400 certifications.

SAMPSON COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Sampson County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.