Paramedic - ALS Ambulance Crew

Cape-Fear-Valley-Medical-Center-; Raeford (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Paramedic to join its Emergency Department-based EMS team in Raeford, NC. You will perform ALS-level patient care, monitor vitals, administer treatments per protocol and coordinate with a supervisory/medical control framework.

The role requires NC Paramedic certification, BLS, a valid driver's license, and completion of NIMS courses. Prior ALS service experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Paramedic certification by the State of North Carolina required.
• Current certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) as sponsored by American Heart Association required.
• Possess and maintain a current driver’s license and acceptable driving record for EMS department required.
• Completion of NIMS 100, 200 and 700 for EMS department required.
• 1 year experience with an advanced life support service preferred.
• 1 year of field EMS/Rescue or related work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, record and update vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and weight).
• Monitor patient’s respiratory status and initiate oxygen therapy per protocol.
• Inspect, clean, inventory and restock the ambulance and report deficiencies.
• Perform airway management including suctioning as needed.
• Assist in C-spine stabilization and patient immobilization.

Skills

EMS procedures knowledge

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cape Fear Valley Health System is seeking a Paramedic to join its Emergency Department-based EMS team in Raeford, NC. You will perform ALS-level patient care, monitor vitals, administer treatments per protocol and coordinate with a supervisory/medical control framework.

The role requires NC Paramedic certification, BLS, a valid driver's license, and completion of NIMS courses. Prior ALS service experience is preferred.