Paramedic - EMS Transport Services

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Paramedic Location: Boone, North Carolina | Ground Transport / Emergency Services | Full-Time | Non-Exempt Why You#ll Love Working Here As a Paramedic at UNC Health Appalachian, you#ll play a vital role in providing safe, timely, and high-quality patient care during ground transport.

You#ll deliver both Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) interventions while caring for critically ill and injured patients throughout their transport journey. This position offers the opportunity to utilize advanced clinical skills, including mechanical ventilation, advanced monitoring, medication administration, and specialty transport care while working alongside Emergency Department staff, physicians, nurses, and EMS professionals in a highly collaborative environment.

Located in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains, Boone, North Carolina offers exceptional outdoor recreation, vibrant community living, and outstanding quality of life.

Compensation

a { text-decoration: none; color: #464feb; } tr th, tr td { border: 1px solid #e6e6e6; } tr th { background-color: #f5f5f5; } Starting at $23.09/hour, based on education and experience. Schedule:#7:00 AM - 7:00 PM ; 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM , Varying Shifts# Applicable Benefits: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement plan with employer match; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; Career Pathways Program; wellness incentives; Employee-to-Employee (E2E) support program; and additional employee discounts.

Benefits

Applicable benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days of employment from new hire orientation. What You#ll Do as a Paramedic Advanced Life Support # Patient Transport Provide safe and timely ground transport of patients requiring Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support interventions. Monitor patient conditions throughout transport and provide clinical stabilization through professional and specialized care.

Utilize advanced clinical skills including mechanical ventilation, balloon pump management, advanced cardiac monitoring, sedation management, and administration of advanced medications. Participate in patient care planning for patients requiring interfacility transport. Clinical Assessment # Care Delivery Assess patient conditions and implement appropriate interventions according to county and North Carolina Office of EMS (NC OEMS) protocols.

Administer medications to manage blood pressure, heart rate, cardiac arrhythmias, sedation, and other critical care needs. Evaluate patient responses to treatment and modify interventions as clinically indicated. Demonstrate proficiency in all county and NC OEMS approved skills and procedures. Documentation # Compliance Accurately document patient assessments, care provided, clinical interventions, and patient responses.

Maintain compliance with agency, county, NC OEMS protocols, organizational standards, and regulatory requirements. Complete required documentation in a timely and accurate manner. Emergency Department Support Assist the Emergency Department during periods when transport activities are not required. Support patient care initiatives and departmental operations as needed.

Professional Practice # Communication Effectively communicate with patients, families, physicians, nurses, visitors, leadership, volunteers, and colleagues. Demonstrate compassion, ethical decision-making, and respect for the dignity and individuality of each patient. Foster a collaborative and healthy work environment through professionalism and teamwork.

Support UNC Health Appalachian#s Mission, Vision, and Values through personal accountability, service excellence, and patient-centered care. What We#re Looking For Qualifications/Licenses Education High School Diploma required. Associate degree from an accredited college or university preferred. Experience Two (2) years of experience as a Paramedic in a pre-hospital ALS EMS service or transport setting preferred.

Required Licensure # Certifications Current Paramedic license in the State of North Carolina required. National Registry Paramedic certification preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Heart Association required at hire. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification through the American Heart Association required at hire.

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification through the American Heart Association required at hire. Valid, unrestricted North Carolina driver#s license meeting organizational insurance requirements. Completion of an emergency vehicle driver training course within one (1) year of hire. Trauma certification strongly preferred, including ITLS, PHTLS, or TNCC.

Knowledge, Skills # Abilities Ability to provide advanced and basic life support care during patient transport. Strong patient assessment, stabilization, and critical thinking skills. Ability to appropriately administer medications and manage advanced clinical equipment. Knowledge of NC OEMS protocols and transport procedures.

Strong documentation and charting skills. Ability to operate and maintain emergency vehicles and transport equipment. Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Commitment to safety, service excellence, and patient-centered care. Ability to work effectively in high-pressure and emergency situations. Strong teamwork, professionalism, and organizational skills.

Physical # Work Environment Physical Demands Lift, position, push, pull, and transfer patients or equipment weighing greater than 50 pounds. Manual dexterity and mobility necessary for emergency patient care and equipment operation. Prolonged sitting, standing, and walking throughout the workday. Frequent bending, squatting, twisting, turning, and reaching.

Near visual acuity required for patient assessments and equipment monitoring. Adequate hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills to operate medical equipment and complete documentation. Visual acuity sufficient to safely operate emergency vehicles. Hearing acuity necessary for radio communications, alarms, and patient interactions.

Ability to enter and exit vehicles frequently throughout the shift. Working Conditions Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious materials. Frequent exposure to electrical, mechanical, and power equipment hazards. Exposure to chemicals, biological specimens, environmental hazards, and adverse weather conditions.

Variable schedules including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and emergency call situations. Extended periods of standing, walking, driving, and riding in moving vehicles. Frequent patient lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling exceeding 50 pounds. Frequent repetitive hand, finger, and wrist movements requiring moderate dexterity.

Exposure to vibration, confined spaces, and physically demanding work environments. Occasional exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation environments. What Sets Us Apart Career Growth: Advance your EMS career through continuing education, specialty certifications, tuition reimbursement, and professional development opportunities.

Impactful Work: Make a direct difference in patient outcomes by providing lifesaving interventions and critical care transport services throughout the High Country. Community # Lifestyle: Enjoy working and living in one of North Carolina#s most scenic mountain communities with year-round outdoor recreation. Top-Tier Community: Boone is home to Appalachian State University and offers a unique combination of small-town charm and advanced healthcare services.

Meaningful Benefits: Access wellness resources, retirement benefits, educational support, employee assistance programs, and comprehensive benefits for eligible positions. Inclusive Culture: UNC Health Appalachian is committed to fostering a workplace built on respect, collaboration, diversity, and service excellence. Ready to Make a Difference in Emergency Patient Care?

Apply today to join UNC Health Appalachian as a Paramedic and help provide exceptional emergency transport and critical care services to patients throughout the High Country. About UNC Health Appalachian UNC Health Appalachian, the leader for healthcare in the High Country, comprises three hospitals, 13 medical practices, the Seby B.

Jones Regional Cancer Center, The Rehabilitation Center, and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. UNC Health Appalachian is dedicated to promoting health in the High Country, enhancing quality of life, and simply #making life better.# About UNC Health UNC Health is a state entity and an affiliated enterprise of the University of North Carolina system, comprised of 14 hospitals, 18 hospital campuses, and more than 500 clinics along with the clinical patient care programs of the UNC School of Medicine.

It exists to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others we serve while furthering the teaching mission of the University of North Carolina School of Medicine. Over the past three years, UNC Health has provided more than $400 million in uncompensated and charity care to the citizens of North Carolina.

For more information, visit unchealth.org. Equal Opportunity Employer UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status. We value a workforce that reflects a variety of backgrounds and perspectives, as it enhances our ability to provide outstanding care.

We welcome and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences. UNC Health Appalachian is committed to providing a fair and inclusive hiring process and a workplace where all team members feel respected and empowered. Employment at UNC Health Appalachian is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.

For accommodations or additional information, contact arhsrecruitment@unchealth.unc.edu. #