Paramedic

Company: WakeMed
Location: Raleigh
Posted on: January 27, 2023

Job Description:

About WakeMed:
Serving the community since 1961, WakeMed Health & Hospitals is a nationally recognized, private, not-for-profit health care organization founded and based in Raleigh, N.C. The largest health system in Wake County, WakeMed exists to improve the healthandwell-beingofourcommunitybyprovidingoutstanding, compassionate, patient- and family-centered care to all. The 919-bed system comprises a network of facilities throughout the Triangle area, delivering health and wellness services that bring added valuetothe communitiesweserve.WakeMedisa leaderin cardiac and vascular care, women's and children's services, emergency medicine and trauma care, physical rehabilitation, orthopaedics and neurosciences. Specialty facilities include the WakeMed Heart Center,Children'sHospital,Women'sPavilionandBirthplace,RehabilitationHospital, Adult and Children's Emergency Departments and a Level 1 Trauma Center. WakeMed's team of more than 9,400 employees, 2,000 volunteers, 1,300 affiliated physicians, and the morethan 300 physiciansemployedbyWakeMed PhysicianPracticesusethe most advancedtechnologies along with the best minds and the biggest hearts to ensure the finest quality in health care and community health. For more information, visit .

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, WakeMed provides an inclusive work environment that
promotes the valuing of differences, respect for people and cooperativeness among our diverse
workforce. WakeMed does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in any terms or
conditions of employment. All applicants/employees are considered for employment, transfer,
promotion or training without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity/expression,
genetics, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, national origin, disability or veteran status

Position Information:
The Paramedic is responsible for providing total comprehensive care to patients and their families through the implementation of a plan of care. The plan is based upon the patient's developmental and health care needs identified through the assessment of the patients physical, psychological, socioeconomic status, and physician orders regarding care, treatment, and education. The Paramedic understands the needs of the organization and supports the mission, values, and management of patient care services.

Experience Requirements:
6 Months Clinical - Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Required - And 1 Year Clinical - Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Preferred

Education Required:
Graduate Paramedic Required - And Associate's Degree Emergency Medical Science Preferred

Licensure/Certification Requirements:
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Required - And Emergency Vehicle Operator Insurance Required - And Maintain Vehicle Operator Insurability Required

Hours of Work:
days/nights

Weekend Requirements:
As Needed

Call Requirements:
as needed

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