EMT/AEMT (Full-Time)

Catawba County Government • Newton, NC

21h • Onsite

About The Position

Catawba County EMS is hiring full-time EMTs and AEMTs to staff Specialty Services / Transfer units. The work includes non-emergency and scheduled interfacility transports, hospital discharges, and patient transfers between medical facilities, residences, and care centers. Crews work out of newly constructed bases across the county, and new hires complete field training before being released to work independently.

EMTs earn $47,033 to $77,604+ per year, including built-in overtime, with a base salary of $40,241.74 ($19.35/hour) to $66,399.19 ($31.92/hour). AEMTs earn $51,855 to $85,558+ per year, including built-in overtime, with a base salary of $44,366.96 ($21.33/hour) to $73,205.47 ($35.19/hour). Experienced EMS professionals may receive higher starting pay based on years of service. Degree pay of up to $0.75/hour and National Registry certification pay of $0.25/hour are also available, subject to eligibility and other stated conditions.

Available shifts are 09:00–21:00 and 07:00–19:00. Beginning 01/01/2026, benefited new hires are eligible for up to 40 hours of advanced annual leave and 40 hours of advanced sick leave.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Completion of an Advanced EMT certification program or an EMT certification program.
• Certification by the NC Office of Emergency Medical Services at the appropriate level.
• Valid driver’s license with a safe driving record; driving is an essential function of the position.
• Excellent patient care skills, thorough knowledge of Catawba County’s EMT/AEMT-level protocols, and ability to properly use appropriate equipment and supplies.
• Ability to safely assess, monitor, and care for patients during emergency and non-emergency transports, including interfacility transfers and hospital discharges.
• High level of professionalism and integrity, and adherence to policies and procedures.
• Dedication to outstanding customer service and community focus.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to interact effectively with citizens, co-workers, managers, hospital staff, and other agencies.
• Exceptional initiative and motivation.
• Knowledge of the geographical layout of Catawba County.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, and pull at least 200 pounds with a partner.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual ability in English/Spanish or English/Hmong; extra duty pay is available for bilingual skills after successful test results.

Responsibilities

• Staff Specialty Services / Transfer units, including non-emergency and scheduled interfacility transports, hospital discharges, and patient transfers between medical facilities, residences, and care centers.
• Provide Basic Life Support (BLS) pre-hospital medical and trauma care to sick and injured patients within the scope of the employee’s EMT or AEMT credential.
• Operate emergency vehicles.
• Attend continuing education programs to maintain recertification hours.
• Complete electronic patient care reports and other documentation.
• Clean and restock ambulances and bases.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Benefited new hires are eligible for up to 40 hours of advanced annual leave and 40 hours of advanced sick leave beginning 01/01/2026.
• Degree pay of up to $0.75 per hour.
• National Registry certification pay of $0.25 per hour.
• Extra duty pay for bilingual skills after successful test results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED