Paramedic

Maria Parham Health; Henderson (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO and disability coverage

Tuition assistance and education

401(k) retirement with company match

Well-being programs

Job summary

Maria Parham Health in Henderson, NC is seeking a Paramedic for a full-time day-shift, in-person role on our ambulance team. You will deliver advanced life support, assess patients, and perform ALS care including airway management and cardiac monitoring.

You will document care with ePCRs, coordinate with physicians and responders, and maintain equipment and infection control practices. Competitive benefits and education opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree preferred in a related field.
• Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (EMT-P) licensure required.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS/PEPP certifications within specified timeframes.
• State licensure and continued competency in NC Paramedic scope.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate ambulances and emergency vehicles following laws and policies.
• Assess patients, obtain history, perform physical exams, determine priorities.
• Provide ALS care including airway management, cardiac monitoring, meds, IV/IO.
• Monitor and reassess patients; communicate status to receiving providers.
• Complete and maintain ePCRs and documentation per standards.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, dispatch, and other responders.
• Inspect, maintain, and restock ambulances and equipment.
• Follow infection control practices and PPE protocols.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment in high-stress environments.
• Represent Harris EMS professionally and participate in education/community events.

Skills

Ambulance operations

ALS care

Medical assessment

ePCR documentation

Interagency coordination

Infection control

Clinical judgment under stress

Professionalism

Education

Associate's degree preferred

EMT-P credential

Tools

ePCR systems

Ambulance equipment maintenance

Job description

Your Experience Matters

Maria Parham Health is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Paramedic joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®.

Schedule

Full Time Day

Job Location Type

In-person

How You'll Contribute

• Safely operate ambulances and emergency vehicles in accordance with all applicable laws, policies, and safe driving practices while responding to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Assess patients by obtaining medical history, performing physical assessments, determining the nature and severity of illness or injury, and establishing appropriate treatment priorities.
• Provide advanced life support (ALS) care within the North Carolina Paramedic scope of practice, including airway management, cardiac monitoring, medication administration, IV/IO access, resuscitation, trauma care, and other emergency interventions.
• Continuously monitor and reassess patients during treatment and transport, adjusting care as needed and communicating patient status to receiving healthcare providers.
• Complete accurate electronic patient care reports (ePCRs) and maintain all required documentation in accordance with agency standards and regulatory requirements.
• Coordinate with physicians, nurses, dispatch, fire departments, law enforcement, and other emergency responders to ensure seamless patient care and determine when additional resources are needed.
• Inspect, maintain, and restock ambulances, medications, and medical equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with agency standards.
• Maintain a safe and sanitary work environment by following infection control practices, utilizing appropriate PPE, and cleaning and disinfecting vehicles and equipment after each patient encounter.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment while remaining calm and effective in high-stress, rapidly changing, or hazardous environments involving single or multiple patient incidents.
• Represent Harris EMS professionally through exceptional patient care, community outreach, educational events, and positive interactions with patients, families, healthcare partners, and the public.
• Participate in continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, required training, and maintain all certifications and clinical competencies. Support the orientation and development of new employees and students as assigned.

Why Join Us

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development:Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Education

Associate's Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline; validated by current state licensure

Licenses

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-P)

Certifications

Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) within 6 months of hire date; Handle with Care to be received within 30 days of orientation and kept annually

EEOC Statement

\"Maria Parham Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Maria Parham Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.\"

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.