Paramedic

Jobtailor; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Durham, NC seeks a Paramedic to provide direct patient care under medical oversight. You will assist clinicians, take histories, perform exams, and document care in EHRs. The role requires active NC paramedic certification and BLS/ACLS/PALS.

Responsibilities include operating hospital and transport equipment, ensuring safety, and contributing to performance improvement initiatives. A strong focus on teamwork and communication is essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required; Associates Degree preferred.
• One year of Paramedic or related clinical experience preferred.
• Successful completion of an NCOEMS approved Paramedic Course or USDOT-centered course.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice under medical oversight.
• Assist clinical staff in evaluation, treatment and care of patients.
• Obtain pertinent history and perform a physical examination.
• Perform technical procedures as delegated and monitor patients.
• Document status, care delivery and response to care in EHRs per protocols.
• Maintain accurate medical records and initiate charges for treated patients.
• Communicate essential information to the healthcare team for continuum of care.
• Operate medical and mechanical equipment in hospital and transport settings.
• Ensure equipment functions and restock supplies as needed.
• Provide a safe environment and proper disposal of sharps and waste.
• Use PPE appropriately and adhere to safety policies.
• Act as preceptor and support staff development and quality improvement.
• Identify performance improvement opportunities and participate in initiatives.
• Maintain certifications and clinical skills.

Skills

Direct patient care

Medical records

Equipment operation

Communication

Clinical teamwork

Education

High School Diploma

Associates Degree preferred

Job description

• Responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice as defined by the North Carolina Medical Board under the medical oversight of the Medical Director of the practice setting where the individual will function.
• Assists clinical staff in the evaluation, treatment and care of patients.
• Obtains pertinent history and performs a physical examination.
• Performs technical procedures as delegated.
• Monitors patients and maintains records using patient monitoring system and electronic health records.
• Documents patients' status, delivery of care and evaluation of the patients' response to care according to specific procedures and established protocols.
• Documents and maintains an informative and accurate medical record to initiate charges for each patient treated.
• Communicates in a professional manner essential information to all appropriate members of the healthcare team to promote sharing of information throughout the continuum of care.
• Operates extensive medical and mechanical equipment in the hospital and transport environment.
• Ensures all medical equipment is functioning; restocks medical supplies as needed.
• Provides and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for the patients, visitors, and staff.
• Properly disposes of and handles as applicable, sharps, soiled materials, and linens and disinfects area in accordance with policy and policy as applicable.
• Properly uses PPE when in contact with patients, soiled utility, hazardous materials in accordance with policy.
• Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal learners.
• Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities.
• Supports an environment of evidence-based practice/research/quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain certifications and clinical skills.
• Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• Associates Degree preferred
• Preferred one-year experience as Paramedic or other relevant clinical experience is required.
• Successful completion of an NCOEMS approved Paramedic Course or a United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) centered course or similar approved Paramedic Course.
• Level I - Paramedic One year experience in relevant clinical areas required, Paramedic experience preferred.
• Level II - Life Flight Advanced Life Support Paramedic One year ALS Paramedic experience required, preferred two to three years prehospital experience with a moderate call volume (>15,000 calls/year) 911 agency.
• Level III - Life Flight Critical Care Paramedic Minimum of three years and current ALS experience as a Paramedic in emergency setting with a moderate to high call volume 911 agency (20,000 to 35,000 calls/year).
• Obtain FP-C within 2 years of hire.
• Current certification as a North Carolina Paramedic required for all levels.
• Level I BLS, ACLS, and PALS required. (Must obtain within 6 months if working in a hospital based department)
• Current trauma course preferred: PHTLS, BTLS or ITLS
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS, required. ITLS (or PHTLS) preferred upon hire. If not, will need to acquire within the first year. NRP required within 6 months of hire.
• North Carolina Emergency Vehicle Driver certification or comparable.
• Current Class C driver's license
• Current three (3) year driving history absent of violations
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in providing direct patient care as a Paramedic, including performing technical procedures, monitoring patients, and maintaining accurate medical records. Proficient in operating medical equipment and ensuring compliance with safety protocols while supporting clinical staff and participating in performance improvement initiatives.