EMT; 3-12-Hour Days

Job Description

Job Description

Non-Emergency Patient Transport EMT

Location: Dobson

Schedule:

• Three 12-hour days per week (Days vary Sunday through Saturday)
• Rotating weekends

At Mountain Valley, what we do is personal. Personal for those we serve and personal for us. Every day, we stand shoulder to shoulder with individuals facing the most daunting challenge of their lives—a serious or terminal illness. We help those with advanced illness navigate their day-to-day struggles, whether physical, emotional, social, or spiritual. We also strive to help our communities better understand end-of-life care. For those of us at Mountain Valley, there could never be a more important or rewarding job.

Mountain Valley Hospice is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide safe and professional patient transport to and from our hospice homes, as well as between patients’ homes and healthcare facilities. This role is essential in ensuring a smooth and comfortable transition for patients receiving hospice care.

• Safely transport patients between hospice homes, private residences, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities (SNFs), and assisted living facilities (ALFs).
• Assist with patient movement , ensuring proper lifting and transfer techniques to prevent injury and maintain patient safety.
• Provide basic medical support as needed during transport, including monitoring vital signs and responding to patient needs within EMT scope of practice.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and hospice staff to coordinate transport logistics and ensure seamless transitions.
• Maintain transport vehicle readiness , including checking equipment, cleanliness, and compliance with safety protocols.
• Follow all hospice and state EMS regulations to ensure high-quality patient care during transport.

• Valid North Carolina EMT certification
• Current CPR certification
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Strong interpersonal skills and compassionate bedside manner
• Ability to lift and transfer patients safely
• Experience in patient transport or EMS preferred

If you're an EMT looking for a meaningful role in hospice care, we invite you to join our team and make a difference in the lives of patients and families. Apply today!

At Mountain Valley, we are committed to fostering a workplace of mutual respect and diversity. We make hiring decisions based on knowledge, skills, and abilities. Mountain Valley Hospice is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or any other non-merit-based factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.