Paramedic - Urgent Care

Advocate Health Care; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 33,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care seeks a Paramedic for Urgent Care across four Greensboro/Kernersville locations. This per diem, part-time position covers urgent care shifts with a minimum 8 hours per pay period.

Required are paramedic credentials and state OEMS compliance, with note of team-based, patient-centered care across age groups. Responsibilities include rapid assessment, intervention within scope, and EMR documentation, all while maintaining safety and professional standards in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• Paramedic certification from an accredited program or A.A.S. in Paramedic studies required.
• Minimum of three years Emergency Service experience preferred.
• BCLS certification; ACLS/PALS may be required within one year in select areas.
• Maintains certification through an approved state-OEMS education provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid assessment and treatment within scope of practice.
• Collaborate with ED and nursing teams to establish treatment goals.
• Ensure patient privacy, safety, and compassionate care; maintain professional behavior.
• Document medications and treatments in the EMR.
• Support efficient patient flow and effective teamwork in Urgent Care.

Skills

Direct patient care

Oral and written communication

Collaborative work

Verbal/nonverbal patient communication

Rapport with staff and patients

Lifting and transporting patients

Medical equipment handling

Telephone and device communication

Electronic documentation

Compliance with policies

Education

Paramedic certification

A.A.S. Paramedic studies

Job description

Department: 02190 WFBMG University Group Practice: Kernersville - Immediate Care Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: No Hours Per Week: 8 Schedule Details/Additional Information: Schedule Details: Per Diem Position for all 4 Locations. Shifts vary Minimum 8 hrs per pay period (16 hrs per month). One summer and one winter holiday Locations: Urgent Care - Pisgah Church 2005 Pisgah Church Rd., Greensboro, NC 27455 Urgent Care - Kernersville 111 Gateway Center Dr., Kernersville, NC 27284 Urgent Care - New Garden 1319 New Garden Rd., Greensboro, NC 27410 Urgent Care - Friendly 3120 Northline Ave. Suite 103, Greensboro, NC 27408 Pay Range: $24.10 - $36.15 Paramedic - Urgent Care

Our Emergency Medicine–managed urgent care team provides care for patients of all ages—from newborns to adults—with a strong focus on pediatric expertise. We bridge the gap between primary care and the emergency department by delivering high-quality, efficient care while helping reduce unnecessary ED utilization. We foster a collaborative, team-focused environment built on communication, respect, and shared accountability. We intentionally hire individuals who align with our culture—those who lead with positivity, compassion, and empathy, and who are committed to always doing what is in the best interest of the patient.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Paramedic certification from an accredited certified paramedic program, or an Associate's of Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree in Paramedic studies or equivalent.

Three years of Emergency Service experience preferred.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION, and/or REGISTRATION

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Applicable state-OEMS certification as EMT-P required.

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required within one year in select areas.

Critical Care certificate or National Registry paramedic preferred.

Maintains certification through affiliation with approved applicable state-OEMS education provider.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Provides patient/family centered care focusing on the physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, religious, and environmental needs. This includes rapid evaluation of life-threatening emergencies, implementation of prescribed therapies within scope of practice, collaboration with nursing and medical team to establish treatment goals. Maintains a safe, therapeutic, and healing environment through ensuring patient privacy and responsive, respectful, accepting, and professional behavior. Utilizes and promotes the use of technology and equipment to enhance the safety of patients and staff. Communicates effectively to promote sharing of information throughout the continuum of care and as an effective member of the healthcare team. Demonstrates the ability to function in a professional setting through active participation in a professional practice model. This includes participating in shared governance, adherence to standards of care, participation in peer review and professional development promoting leadership and clinical excellence, effective team skills, autonomous practice and acknowledgment of accountability for actions and critical thinking. Acts as a patient advocate throughout the continuum of care including all patient settings and in the community. Identifies clinical priorities and initiates action to improve patient outcomes. Uses medications, treatments and protocols within the scope of practice as defined by NCOEMS, under the orders from a physician. Performs and maintains competency for point of care testing as assigned, ensuring compliance with WFBH Point of Care policies and with applicable state and federal regulations. Documents any medication and treatment rendered in the Electronic Medical Record. Provides and documents patient re-assessment in the Electronic Medical Record in accordance with hospital policy and procedure. Demonstrates high-level teamwork with other members of the Emergency Department Care team. Supports an environment of evidence-based practice/research/quality improvement initiatives Demonstrates the organization's patient promise at all times Facilitates Optimal Patient flow through the Emergency Department and ensures the safety and security of all patients.

SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS

Ability to provide direct and indirect patient care

Strong oral and written communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively

Ability to evaluate and appropriately respond to verbal and nonverbal communication from patients in diverse stages of development, i.e. Neonates, pediatrics, adolescents, adults and geriatrics.

Builds/establishes rapport with Hospital personnel, providers, patients, and visitors

Ability to push stretchers, wheelchairs, carts, and equipment

Communicates clearly, concisely and professionally via telephone and other automation devices

Lifts and positions patients of all weights and heights using assistive devices and/or personnel as appropriate

Computer skills for electronic documentation of all patient care provided

Performs duties in accordance with applicable state and federal laws, local ordinances, established policies, procedure and protocols

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Handles emergency or crisis situations

Subject to highly stressful and crowded conditions

Moderate noise environment

Subject to many interruptions

Handles absentee replacement on short notice

Required to wear PPE

Our Commitment to You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full‑time, part‑time, per diem, temporary, etc.; please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview).

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care.

Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise.

It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs.

Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward.

Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities.

Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it

Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities.

Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care