• PP Community Paramedic

    Grace Hospital (Morganton, NC)


    Blue Ridge HealthCare Hospitals - Physician Practice Management

    THE ORGANIZATION

    At UNC Health Blue Ridge, we live our mission by enhancing the lives of every patient and resident we serve. We believe our people are our greatest asset and strive to provide an environment where they can thrive.

    You’ll love working with us because:

    + We are a teaching hospital

    + We work together to ensure our patients receive outstanding, holistic care

    + Your expertise and ideas are valued

    + Your health and well-being matter

    + And much more

    •I love working at UNC Health Blue Ridge because I know I am seen and valued. I know this is where I belong and that allows me to give my very best to my patients and their families .”

    THE POSITION

    We are looking for an outstanding Paramedic to join our team! As a Community Paramedic, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care to our patients and our community. Common services will include: assessment (vital signs, blood pressure, labs such as glucose levels, diagnostic cardiac monitoring, medication compliance and reconciliation, adherence to discharge instructions, etc.), treatment (wound care, medication administration, post-operative follow-up, etc.), prevention (immunizations, home safety check, health teaching, etc.), and referral (mental health, medical and social services, etc.), thus producing better health outcomes and reducing the number of ambulance transports, visits to the emergency department, and hospital readmissions. If you are a compassionate, organized, and detail-oriented professional with a passion for helping others, we would love to hear from you!

     

    + Current NC license – EMT-P or NR EMT-P. Current BCLS certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) is required. ACLS Required. PALS within 1 year of hire. CEVO or other Blue Ridge approved driving course required upon hire.

    THE LOCATION

    You’ll love living here.

     

    + Abundance of recreational activities in our backyard

    + Excellent public schools

    + High-quality health care

    + Lower cost of living

    + Moderate climate

    + Proximity to scenic attractions

    + Higher education facilities located nearby

    + Short drive to key cities such as Asheville, Charlotte, and Winston-Salem