Bladen County, NC
PARAMEDIC -FULL TIME
Bladen County, NC, Elizabethtown, North Carolina, United States, 28337
Salary:
$54,089.00 - $58,957.00 Annually
Location :
Elizabethtown, NC
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
25-00116
Department:
Emergency Medical Services
Division:
Emergency Medical Services E 911
Opening Date:
06/19/2024
DESCRIPTION
An employee in this classification performs the duties of an Emergency Medical Technician at the Paramedic level; operating an approved mobile medical unit, rescuing victims and administering appropriate emergency medical care to patients while enroute to a hospital *This includes $0.75 per hour shift differential for weekends. DUTIES
Employee is responsible for 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 is exposed to the normal hazards of emergency rescue work, including risk of exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed through observation, reports, and discussion concerning the quality and effectiveness of duties and responsibilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have Knowledge of occupational and county policies. Ability to promote good public relations and work with citizens, doctors and hospital employees; ability to perform the physical activities required, to include, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pulling, stooping, walking and other physical exertions of 300 pounds of force with assistance
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Certification by the North Carolina Medical Examiners Board as an Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license. Certification by the North Carolina Medical Examiners Boards as a Paramedic Current certifications in CPR NIMS certifications 100, 200, 700, and 800. Possess ACLS, PALS and CPR Certification. International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
High school diploma or GED
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Bladen County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.
BLADEN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Bladen County
prides itself on having a competitive, productive workforce. For our full time employees Bladen County offers a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, supplemental plans and retirement programs and (12) twelve paid holidays.
Health We offer the NC State Health Plan Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medical Insurance. Employee has the option to elect to purchase 80/20 or 70/30 plan.
Voluntary Plans Employees may choose from a variety of plans arranged through Sun Life. These include Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans, Dental, and Vision plans. In addition we offer Short-term disability and Probenefits FSA (Flex Spending Account).
Life Insurance The County provides $10,000 Basic Life insurance for employees. An employee may choose to purchase additional voluntary term life insurance.
Retirement We participate on the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System. Employees are required to contribute 6% of gross wages toward their account. 401(k) and 457
are supplemental retirement plans administered by Prudential.
Vacation Leave Employees accrue annual leave monthly and may use accrued leave upon approval after the probationary period is completed. Years of service transferred from eligible NC Governmental Agencies (written documentation required) and the employee's work schedule are used to determine the rate of earning.
Petty Leave Employees earn fourteen (14) hours per calendar year. May use in increments of 15 minutes. Leave is pro-rated based as of date of hire in the first calendar year of employment. Petty leave must be used within the calendar year.
Longevity Pay The County offers longevity pay to employees with 5 years of continuous service.
01
Which of the following best represents your level of completed education. (Education details must be included in your application)
Master's Degree or above from an accredited college/university Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university Some College HS/GED Some High School None of the above
02
Select the response that represents the amount of experience you have as a Paramedic. (This experience must be listed in the Work History section of your application)
I do not have any experience. Less than one year of experience 1 year of experience but less than 2 years of experience. 2 years of experience but less than 3 years of experience. 3 years of experience but less than 4 years of experience. 4 years of experience but less than 5 years of experience. 5 or more years of experience.
03
Please describe your Paramedic experience references in the previous questions?
04
This position requires the ability to work during natural disaster events like hurricanes or snow storms? Are you willing to accept these working conditions?
Yes No
05
How do you maintain your continuing education in order to maintain your credential and current knowledge in the EMS field?
06
Do you have any problem working night shift if needed?
Yes No
07
Do you have a Valid North Carolina Driver's License?
Yes No
Required Question
$54,089.00 - $58,957.00 Annually
Location :
Elizabethtown, NC
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
25-00116
Department:
Emergency Medical Services
Division:
Emergency Medical Services E 911
Opening Date:
06/19/2024
DESCRIPTION
An employee in this classification performs the duties of an Emergency Medical Technician at the Paramedic level; operating an approved mobile medical unit, rescuing victims and administering appropriate emergency medical care to patients while enroute to a hospital *This includes $0.75 per hour shift differential for weekends. DUTIES
Employee is responsible for 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 is exposed to the normal hazards of emergency rescue work, including risk of exposure to infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens. Work is performed under general supervision and is reviewed through observation, reports, and discussion concerning the quality and effectiveness of duties and responsibilities
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Must have Knowledge of occupational and county policies. Ability to promote good public relations and work with citizens, doctors and hospital employees; ability to perform the physical activities required, to include, but not limited to, lifting, bending, pulling, stooping, walking and other physical exertions of 300 pounds of force with assistance
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Certification by the North Carolina Medical Examiners Board as an Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
Possess a valid North Carolina driver's license. Certification by the North Carolina Medical Examiners Boards as a Paramedic Current certifications in CPR NIMS certifications 100, 200, 700, and 800. Possess ACLS, PALS and CPR Certification. International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification
High school diploma or GED
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Bladen County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States.
BLADEN COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Bladen County
prides itself on having a competitive, productive workforce. For our full time employees Bladen County offers a wide range of benefits, including healthcare, supplemental plans and retirement programs and (12) twelve paid holidays.
Health We offer the NC State Health Plan Blue Cross and Blue Shield Medical Insurance. Employee has the option to elect to purchase 80/20 or 70/30 plan.
Voluntary Plans Employees may choose from a variety of plans arranged through Sun Life. These include Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity plans, Dental, and Vision plans. In addition we offer Short-term disability and Probenefits FSA (Flex Spending Account).
Life Insurance The County provides $10,000 Basic Life insurance for employees. An employee may choose to purchase additional voluntary term life insurance.
Retirement We participate on the N.C. Local Government Employees' Retirement System. Employees are required to contribute 6% of gross wages toward their account. 401(k) and 457
are supplemental retirement plans administered by Prudential.
Vacation Leave Employees accrue annual leave monthly and may use accrued leave upon approval after the probationary period is completed. Years of service transferred from eligible NC Governmental Agencies (written documentation required) and the employee's work schedule are used to determine the rate of earning.
Petty Leave Employees earn fourteen (14) hours per calendar year. May use in increments of 15 minutes. Leave is pro-rated based as of date of hire in the first calendar year of employment. Petty leave must be used within the calendar year.
Longevity Pay The County offers longevity pay to employees with 5 years of continuous service.
01
Which of the following best represents your level of completed education. (Education details must be included in your application)
Master's Degree or above from an accredited college/university Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college/university Some College HS/GED Some High School None of the above
02
Select the response that represents the amount of experience you have as a Paramedic. (This experience must be listed in the Work History section of your application)
I do not have any experience. Less than one year of experience 1 year of experience but less than 2 years of experience. 2 years of experience but less than 3 years of experience. 3 years of experience but less than 4 years of experience. 4 years of experience but less than 5 years of experience. 5 or more years of experience.
03
Please describe your Paramedic experience references in the previous questions?
04
This position requires the ability to work during natural disaster events like hurricanes or snow storms? Are you willing to accept these working conditions?
Yes No
05
How do you maintain your continuing education in order to maintain your credential and current knowledge in the EMS field?
06
Do you have any problem working night shift if needed?
Yes No
07
Do you have a Valid North Carolina Driver's License?
Yes No
Required Question