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.

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