Paramedic

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health Medical Group is seeking a Paramedic to provide advanced EMS support in emergency situations under general supervision. The role focuses on timely response, patient assessment, ALS interventions, medication administration, and documentation in accordance with protocols and physician orders.

Responsibilities include responding to calls, performing patient handoffs, operating equipment and emergency vehicles where applicable, and contributing to quality assurance and disaster

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• NC Paramedic credential required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• Valid driver's license (if applicable) with good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency medical calls in a timely manner.
• Assess patient conditions and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide advanced life support (ALS) interventions according to state regulations and protocols.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, airway management, cardiac monitoring and other approved treatments.
• Operate emergency vehicles safely and in compliance with laws and policies where applicable.
• Monitor patient status and communicate findings during changes in condition.
• Perform appropriate patient handoffs for continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate patient care reports and documentation; inspect and stock equipment as needed.
• Participate in quality assurance, continuing education, and competency training; adhere to infection control and confidentiality requirements.
• Assist in disaster response and mass casualty incidents as required.

Skills

Emergency response

Patient assessment

ALS interventions

Medication administration

Documentation

Vehicle operations

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

NC Paramedic Credential

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

Tools

Paramedic license

Job description

The Paramedic role reviews emergency medical systems and provides support in emergency medical situations. Working under general supervision, this position manages routine and critical patient care and emergency response, ensuring adherence to established protocols, standard work, and physician orders. Ensures timeliness of reports and documentation.

Essential Job Function:

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency medical calls in a timely manner.
• Assess patient conditions and determine appropriate treatment plans.
• Provide advanced life support (ALS) interventions in accordance with state regulations and medical protocols.
• Administer medications, IV therapy, airway management, cardiac monitoring, and other approved treatments.
• Operate emergency vehicles safely and in compliance with applicable laws and organizational policies where applicable.
• Monitor patient status and communicate findings to address any changes in the patient's condition.
• Performs appropriate patient handoff for consistency in patient care.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient care reports and other required documentation. Inspect, clean, stock, and maintain equipment, supplies, and vehicles as applicable.
• Participate in quality assurance, continuing education, and competency training programs. Adheres to infection control, safety, regulatory, compliance, and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Assists in disaster response, mass casualty incidents, and other emergency preparedness activities as required.
• Provides excellent customer service and professional interactions with patients, families, co-workers, and community members. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

• ED/Hospital at Home: 1 year of paramedic experience required.
• CareLink: 3 years of paramedic EMS or critical care transport experience. CareLink relief paramedics require 5 years of EMS paramedic experience and 1 year of critical care transport experience.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: NC Paramedic credential. Current BLS certification, Current ACLS certification. Valid driver's license (if applicable) with adequate driving record (5 years driving experience and Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) approved by Risk Management). Follow CareLink employment requirements guideline.