Description

　　Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

　　Summary:

　　The EMS Community Paramedic provides primary care and/or advanced life support, including medical evaluation, treatment, and stabilization of the chronically ill and injured with the goal of reducing morbidity and avoidable rehospitalizations for our community members.

　　Responsibilities:

　　The Community Paramedic supports existing health services; provides integrated health services in partnership with other health professionals; extends access to health services delivery in underserved and general populations, including primary care, public health, disease management, prevention and wellness, mental health, and dental health; and performs other duties as required. Daily operations include in-home, in-person visits, assessments, and other interventions as needed. Successful candidates will be team oriented, collaborative in their approach to healthcare, and community minded.

　　Other information:

　　High school graduate or GED.

　　Current certification as a Paramedic with the NC Office of Emergency Medical Services.

　　2 years of Paramedic experience is required.

　　Current BCLS certification.

　　ACLS certification is required within 1 year of hire and must be kept current.

　　CPI certification is required within 1 year of hire and must be kept current.

　　ASLS certification is required within 1 year of hire and must be kept current.

　　NIHSS certification.

　　Supervisory/management development course work, training, or experience preferred.

　　Job Details

　　Legal Employer: Nash Hospitals

　　Entity: Nash UNC Health Care

　　Organization Unit: NGH Readmissions Management

　　Work Type: Full Time

　　Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

　　Work Assignment Type:

　　Work Schedule: Day Job

　　Location of Job: NASH HC

　　Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

　　Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.