Paramedic AHWFB, Nights

American Addiction Centers • Winston-Salem, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Join a fast-paced, mission-driven Emergency Department where your advanced clinical skills, quick judgment, and patient-centered approach make an immediate impact. As a Paramedic in the Adult ED, you will be a core member of a collaborative care team, delivering high-quality emergency treatment across the lifespan—neonatal through geriatric—in alignment with NCCEP protocols and N.C. Office of EMS standards.

Requirements

• Paramedic certification from an accredited program OR Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.) in Paramedic Studies or equivalent.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)
• NC-OEMS certification as EMT‑P
• Within one year (as applicable): Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Ability to deliver both direct and indirect patient care across all developmental stages.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to build rapport with patients, families, providers, and hospital staff.
• Competency using patient care equipment, stretchers, wheelchairs, and assistive devices.
• Capability to lift, position, and transfer patients of varying sizes safely.
• Proficiency with electronic documentation systems.
• Ability to perform duties in compliance with state and federal laws, local ordinances, and established protocols.

Nice To Haves

• Three years of Emergency Services experience preferred.
• Critical care certificate
• National Registry Paramedic certification
• Must maintain certification through an approved NC‑OEMS education provider.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient- and family-centered emergency care, including rapid evaluation and intervention for life‑threatening conditions.
• Implement prescribed therapies within scope of practice and collaborate with nursing and medical colleagues to achieve care goals.
• Maintain a safe, therapeutic environment by ensuring privacy, professionalism, and appropriate use of technology and equipment.
• Communicate clearly and effectively within the healthcare team to support care continuity.
• Participate in professional practice activities such as shared governance, peer review, and ongoing development.
• Advocate for patients across all settings, ensuring needs are met with compassion and urgency.
• Identify clinical priorities and act decisively to improve patient outcomes.
• Administer medications, treatments, and protocols under physician orders and within NCOEMS-defined scope.
• Perform and maintain competency in point-of-care testing according to policy and regulatory standards.
• Document assessments, treatments, medications, and reassessments accurately in the Electronic Medical Record.
• Demonstrate strong teamwork and contribute to evidence‑based practice, research, and quality improvement efforts.
• Support patient flow, safety, and departmental operations within the Emergency Department.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• adoption assistance
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree