What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic- Casual Part time position at FirstHealth of the Carolinas, Inc.?
Position Summary
FirstHealth of the Carolinas is a nationally recognized health care system located in central North Carolina. Comprised of four hospitals (Moore, Hoke, Richmond, and Montgomery) with more than 600 beds, the system also offers leading-edge heart care in the Reid Heart Center, the area’s only dedicated heart and vascular center. As of March 2023 FirstHealth of the Carolinas officially opened its new comprehensive cancer center to patients. FirstHealth Cancer Services is a leading-edge provider of North Carolina cancer care and provides high-quality, compassionate cancer care that’s close to home. Our growing health system has more than 5,400 employees serving in more than 75 locations throughout a 15-county service area. In addition, the system provides home health and hospice services, emergency care, and medical transportation. FirstHealth of the Carolinas has over 50 primary care, specialty care, convenient care and dental clinics located throughout our service area.
We are committed to a culture of excellence in which everyone feels valued and connected, and where differences are both respected and supported. Our career opportunities allow our staff to practice in a team environment as a vital part of growing a widely respected health care system and medical community. We were recently named Becker's Top 150 Places to Work in Healthcare.
Responsibilities
The Paramedic is responsible for ambulance operations and advanced life support emergency/non-emergency care at the paramedic level in the prehospital environment and during ambulance transport of patients.
Qualifications-NC Paramedic certification. Current certification in BCLS, ITLS, or PHTLS, ACLS (or within 6 months of hire). Current valid NC driver's license with a good driving history. Must be at least 18 years of age to qualify for driving privileges
Positions available in Chatham, Lee, Montgomery, Moore and Richmond counties.
Qualifications
High School Diploma or GEDCurrent NC Paramedic certificationCurrent certification in BCLS, ACLS, PALS or obtain within first six (6) months of employment.ITLS or PHTLS certification preferred.Current valid NC driver’s license with a good driving history.Preference: Two (2) years experience in an ambulance setting.
