MedCenter Air Paramedic I

American Addiction Centers • Concord, NC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Functions as a member of the transport team and is responsible for the care of ill and injured patients. Provides patient care while promoting safety and efficiency. Performs under the direct supervision of the Medical Control Physician, either by continuous radio contact or direct consultation. Maintains necessary certifications/licensures, skills, continuing education, and complete competency checks as required. Maintains vehicles in a mission ready status.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Successful completion of an accredited EMT-Paramedic training program required.
• Current NC EMT-P certification required.
• SC EMT-P and National Registry Paramedic certifications preferred at time of hire; SC EMT-P and National Registry Paramedic required within 90 days of hire and required to be maintained throughout employment.
• BCLS and ACLS required.
• PALS, S.T.A.B.L.E. and NRP preferred; required within 90 days of hire.
• Approved trauma certification required within 6 months of employment.
• Current driver's license (prefer NC/SC) with no more than 6 points on license required.
• Must have had driver's license for a minimum of 2 years.
• Atrium Health approved driving course to be completed within 90 days of hire and maintained throughout employment required.
• One-year of paramedic experience required.
• Annual completion of safety briefings and annual survival training required.
• Must have a valid driver's license and qualify as insurable by Atrium Health insurance carrier requirements for driving MedCenter Air vehicles.
• Must have an operational smartphone for use as communication device related to MedCenter Air operations.
• Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) approved specialty certification required. This specialty certification must be maintained throughout employment.
• Recognized CAMTS specialty transport certifications are identified in the current edition CAMTS Accreditation Standards available at www.camts.org

Nice To Haves

• SC EMT-P and National Registry Paramedic certifications preferred at time of hire
• PALS, S.T.A.B.L.E. and NRP preferred
• prefer NC/SC driver's license

Responsibilities

• Completes skills check in a timely manner with accuracy.
• Maintains clean environment to include base and maintaining vehicles in a mission ready status.
• Check, restock and clean at the beginning of the shift and as needed throughout the shift.
• Provides accurate and legible documentation of patient care with attention to detail that accurately reflect assessments and interventions.
• Ensure that chart is placed in patient's medical record in a timely manner.
• Review charts on a regular basis with leader/manager
• Provides quality patient care and education in accordance with policies and state regulations as approved by Medical Director and professional standards of care.
• Administers medications and IV solutions safely, correctly and per policy.
• Follows guidelines and procedures independently when Medical Control is not available via radio or direct consultation.
• Assists with other activities which includes but not limited to public relations and marketing activities when needed.
• Follows safety guidelines and procedures; ensures seat belts are worn by crew and passengers.
• Follows vehicle assignments as needed/directed by department.
• Maintain flexibility with vehicle assignments including the understanding that vehicle assignments are subject to change from a posted schedule based upon the needs of the department.
• Drive in accordance with Atrium Health policy as well as local and state regulations

Benefits

• 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
• 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

What This Job Offers

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