Paramedic

Paramedic

Location: Durham, NC

Salary Range: Starting at $28.00/hr

Description MedEx is a leading medical transportation provider in North Carolina, serving many healthcare systems across the state. When joining MedEx you will be able to help those in need, sharpen your skills and grow your career in the EMS industry.

At MedEx, we are committed to building a company that every employee feels proud to be a part of. So whether you're a seasoned provider or fresh out of class, we would love for you to consider joining our team.

Responsibilities:

• Transports patients safely in an ambulance to and from medical appointments.
• Remain up to date with current standards of care, including equipment functions and uses and all certifications, licenses and registrations.
• Conduct yourself in a courteous, helpful, and professional manner when dealing with patients, co-workers, supervisors, and the public.
• Recognize and treat any medical condition with appropriate techniques, equipment, and knowledge of all State and County protocols.
• Respond promptly to assignments as required by the Dispatch Center.
• Communicates with regularly with dispatch team regarding location, patient status, and other relevant information.
• Be flexible as services operate on a 24-hour clock- your work shift schedule may vary due to the nature of the business.
• Thoroughly documents medical care given to patients in EHR system.
• Obtains necessary signatures and paperwork for each transport.
• Provide top tier medical transport to medical facilities by assuming responsibilities for medical care of the patient and carrying out established policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates the ability to safely lift the stretcher (must be able to lift and carry 125 pounds)
• Upon request provides assistance to the receiving medical facility staff.
• Operates MedEx vehicles while complying with North Carolina State Law and company policies.
• Ensures that the ambulance is clean, washed and kept in a neat orderly condition
• Determines that vehicle is in proper mechanical condition by performing daily check off sheets and reporting known issues.
• Inventory, replace, and clean supplies and equipment after each use.
• Ensures equipment is in a state of readiness and reports repair of any malfunctioning equipment.
• Makes careful check of all equipment so that the ambulance is ready for the next run.
• Assists in completing any office duties, which may include cleaning office and living space.
• Attends continuing education and refresher training programs as required by employers, medical control, licensing or certifying agencies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Current NC Paramedic certification or able to obtain one.
• Possess a valid State Driver's License.
• Driving record in compliance with MedEx Safety and Driving policy.
• Must be physically able to meet the demands of the position.
• Must be able to pass a drug test.

Full Time Employee Benefits after 90 days:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Other Supplemental Insurances
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Direct Deposit
• On-Site Continuing Education (Paid for by MedEx)