Paramedic COVID Specialist (Yadkin County)
Position: Paramedic COVID Specialist
About the Position: This newly created position mirrors a traditional Community Paramedic but focuses on the COVID-19 Pandemic here in Yadkin County. The Paramedic COVID Specialist will work under the Operations Manager and closely with county health officials in its response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. This positon requires a highly motivated, disciplined individual who has excellent time-management skills.
Salary Range: $37,844 - $56,767. Salary is based on years of experience, education, and other qualifying certificate courses.
Work Schedule: 8 hours shifts with some night and weekend shifts.
Benefits (Full Time):
- Medical Health Insurance (BCBS HRA)
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- NC Local Government Retirement
- 401(k) (Prudential) & 457 (Nationwide)
- Vacation/Sick leave
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Employee Wellness Clinic
Minimum Requirements:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Paramedic Certification by the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services
- Minimum of three years of experience as a full-time Paramedic, or the ability to demonstrate the competencies of a three year Paramedic
- Valid Driver’s License
- AHA CPR
- FEMA Independent Study Courses: IS-100.c, IS-200.c, IS-700.b, and IS-800.c within 1 year of hire
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
- Ability to meet the physical, communication, and other like requirements listed in the job description
About Yadkin County EMS:
Yadkin County is a rural community located west of Winston-Salem, NC. We serve 37,000+ citizens, as well as the visitors and travelers who commute into and through our County every day. Last year, we responded to over 5,700 request for service utilizing 5 ALS transport units and 1 QRV.
With designated Crew Chiefs and Field Training Officer positions we have many promotional prospects within our system; all of which are at additional pay rates.
We keep an updated fleet equipped with LifePak 15’s, Stryker Power-PRO stretchers & Stair-PRO stairchairs, and PCR software that provides access to patient feedback data from several area hospitals. The Paramedic COVID Specialist will operate out of a QRV.
To learn more about our agency: https://www.yadkincountync.gov/139/Emergency-Medical-Services
How to Apply: You must apply online at: https://mss.yadkincountync.gov/MSS/employmentopportunities/default.aspx
(Yadkincountync.gov > How do I > Apply for a Job)
If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact the Operations Manager: cbolden@yadkincountync.gov