Paramedic (Full-Time)

Catawba County Government • Newton, NC

13h • Onsite

About The Position

Catawba County EMS is hiring full-time Paramedics to provide pre-hospital medical and trauma care throughout the county. Crews work from newly constructed bases, and new hires complete field training before independent release.

Annual compensation is listed as $66,170 to $109,180+, including built-in overtime. Base salary ranges from $56,616.46 ($27.22 per hour) to $93,417.15 ($44.91 per hour), with higher starting pay possible for experienced EMS professionals based on years of service. A $2,000 new-hire incentive is paid in two installments: $1,000 after training and independent release, and $1,000 after approximately six months of continued employment. Other pay differentials may include night shift, field training officer, degree, and National Registry certification pay. Employees may also be eligible for a $400 referral incentive, subject to program requirements. Incentives are subject to eligibility and other stated conditions.

Benefited new hires are eligible for up to 40 hours of advanced annual leave and 40 hours of advanced sick leave, effective January 1, 2026. Extra-duty pay for bilingual skills is available following successful test results.

Requirements

• High school graduation or GED equivalent.
• Completion of a Paramedic degree or certification program.
• Certification by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services as a Paramedic.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record; driving is an essential function of the position.
• Excellent patient care skills and thorough knowledge of paramedic-level emergency medical protocols.
• Ability to properly use appropriate equipment and supplies.
• 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, including the ability to interact effectively with citizens, coworkers, managers, hospital staff, and other agencies.
• Exceptional initiative and motivation.
• Knowledge of the geographical layout of Catawba County.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull at least 200 pounds with a partner regularly.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual skills in English and Spanish or English and Hmong are encouraged; extra-duty pay is available after successful test results.
• Prior EMS experience may qualify candidates for higher starting pay based on years of service.

Responsibilities

• Administer pre-hospital medical care and trauma care to sick and injured people.
• 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

• Up to 40 hours of advanced annual leave and 40 hours of advanced sick leave for benefited new hires, effective January 1, 2026.
• $2,000 new-hire recruitment incentive, subject to stated eligibility and other conditions.
• Night shift differential of $2.00 per hour.
• Field training officer pay of $1.25 per hour.
• Degree pay of up to $0.75 per hour.
• National Registry certification pay of up to $0.50 per hour.
• Potential $400 employee referral incentive, subject to program requirements.
• 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