Paramedic Jobs in Hillsborough, NC

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

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Paramedic UNC Medical Center Emergency Department

  • Chapel Hill, NC (7 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC (7 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 3 days ago

Licensure/Certification Requirements: Completion of OEMS approved training & competency program for Paramedic and current North Carolina Paramedic Certification required....

Paramedic I - Emergency Department - Duke University Hospital - Durham, NC

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Level II - Life Flight Advanced Life Support Paramedic One year ALS Paramedic experience required, preferred two to three years prehospital experience with a moderate call volume (>15,000 calls/year...

Paramedic II (ALS/GROUND) - Duke Life Flight

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 20 days ago

Duties and Responsibilities of Paramedic II (Life Flight Advanced Life Support Paramedic) Responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice as defined...

Paramedic III - (Ground & Air) Duke Life Flight

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 29 days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 29 days ago

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Paramedic II (ALS/GROUND) - Duke Life Flight

  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Durham, NC (10 miles from Hillsborough, NC)
  • 60+ days ago

Duties and Responsibilities of Paramedic II (Life Flight Advanced Life Support Paramedic) Responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice as defined...

Demographic Data for Hillsborough, NC

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Hillsborough, NC

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Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Hillsborough, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.8%
Associate's Degree
22.2%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
6.5%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


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