JOB RESPONSIBILITIES: Under general supervision, performs skilled work in operating an approved mobile
medical unit, rescuing victims and performing advanced emergency care including the administration of life
sustaining treatment to patients on-site and while in route to hospital. Work involves responding to the scene of
emergency and non-emergency calls, applying necessary medical treatment to sick or injured persons, and
transporting persons to a medical facility. Employee serves as a member of an ambulance crew and is responsible
for the medical care administered to the patient. This position is differentiated from an Advanced EMT by the
additional requirements of performing manual defibrillation and cardioversion; decompressing a tension
pneumothorax by use of a catheter-flutter-valve device; using positive end expiratory pressure respirators;
performing surgical airway maneuvers for relief of upper airway obstruction; performing gastric suction by
intubation; performing urinary catheterization; the use of paralytic and sedative agents to paralyze and stabilize
critically ill or injured patients; and administer other assorted medications by protocol or physician’s order.
Employee must exercise tact, courtesy and firmness in dealing with sick or injured persons and with the general
public. Employee is responsible for performing in accordance with established emergency medical procedures and
techniques, but must exercise considerable independent judgment in assessing the condition of patients and
applying short-term relief. Employee is exposed to the normal hazards of emergency rescue work, including risk of
exposure to infectious diseases. Reports to the EMS Shift Supervisor.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: High School Diploma/GED is required and demonstrated
ability to provide EMS services at the Paramedic level; or any equivalent combination of training and experience
which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Certification by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services as an
EMT – Paramedic. North Carolina Driver's License, and AHA CPR-Provider Certification. ACLS; ITLS or
PHTLS; PALS, PEPP, or NRP are preferred. Other Certifications such as ICS 100 & 200, 700 & 800, NIMS, and
Hazardous Materials Operations Level are required within six (6) months of hire.
WORK SCHEDULE: Sunday – Saturday / 12-Hour Rotating Schedule / 6:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.
SALARY RANGE: $36,152.98 - $56,073.48 … HIRING RANGE: $36,152.98 - $39,768.27
DEADLINE DATE: 5:00 p.m. / Friday, May 29, 2020
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please go to www.co.iredell.nc.us to submit an electronic application. Applications
are NOT accepted past the deadline date. All Internal applicants should apply using the link provided.
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This position is subject to pre-employment screenings. Iredell County does not discriminate on the basis of
race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, political affiliation, genetic information, or handicapping
condition in employment or the provision of services.
When uploading attachments to submit with your application, please DO NOT upload any documents that could
allow for discrimination defined in the above paragraph. This may include Driver’s License/Photo ID/Passport,
Birth Certificate, High School Diploma/GED, Marriage License, U.S. Citizenship, Medical Records, and/or Social
Security Card.