Paramedic, Ambulance Services (Full-time, Variable)

Prisma Health; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health provider in South Carolina is seeking a Paramedic to assess and transport patients while providing life-saving interventions. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, with no prior experience required although pre-hospital care experience is preferred. Required certifications include State-approved Paramedic certification and BLS, ACLS, and PALS, to be completed within specified time frames. This position offers variable work shifts and is vital in delivering emergency medical services to the community.

Qualifications

• Provisional Paramedic certification from another Emergency Medical Service COMPACT State.
• Must obtain NREMT certification within twelve months of hire.
• State or Provisional approved Paramedic certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assesses, transports and administers life support to ill and injured persons.
• Maintains accurate patient care reports and complies with regulatory requirements.
• Operates all vehicles safely and efficiently.

Skills

Working knowledge of patient equipment

Clinical skills

Decision-making skills

Ability to collaborate with EMS teams

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cardiac Monitor

Defibrillator

Pulse Oximeter

Job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Assesses, transports and administers basic and advanced life support treatment to ill and injured persons in accordance with department, system and South Carolina DHEC policies, procedures and standards.

Essential Functions

• All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.
• Provides basic and advanced life support (ALS) interventions as needed.
• Assesses patient conditions, establish priorities, and implement appropriate treatment plans.
• Administers medications, performs procedures, and uses medical equipment according to protocols.
• Safely transports patients to healthcare facilities while monitoring and documenting their condition.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Maintains accurate patient care reports and complies with all regulatory and organizational requirements.
• Participates in continuous professional development, training, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensures the maintenance, cleanliness, and readiness of emergency medical equipment and vehicles.
• Operates all vehicles in a safe, courteous and efficient manner.
• Performs Point of Care (POC) testing with approval of Administration.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

• Education – High School diploma or equivalent OR post‑high school diploma/highest degree earned.
• Experience – No experience required. One (1) year pre‑hospital care experience preferred.

In Lieu Of

A Provisional Paramedic certification from another Emergency Medical Service COMPACT State meets education and Paramedic certification requirements. Obtaining conventional State‑required certification and National Registry (NREMT) certification must occur within twelve months of hire.

Required Certifications, Registrations & Licenses

• State or Provisional approved Paramedic certification.
• A valid driver’s license; an acceptable motor vehicle record, as defined by the Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) Chart.
• BLS (Basic Life Support).
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support).
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – Required within 90 days of hire.
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – Required within 90 days of hire.
• PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support) – Preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge of patient equipment (Vitals, suction, defib).
• Working knowledge of Cardiac Monitor, Defibrillator, Pulse Oximeter, Non‑Invasive BP Monitor, Infusion Pumps and other equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate skill proficiency on an annual basis.
• Ability to maintain Professional Certifications by attending in‑service training programs.
• Decision‑making skills.
• Ability to collaborate with EMS teams and healthcare providers, and transport patients safely.
• Clinical skills.
• Ability to perform under pressure in dynamic environments.

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America).

Location

Mobile Care Ambulance Services.

Facility

1024 Prisma Health EMS.

Department

10247256 Ambulance Services.