Henderson County EMS is a progressive 911 EMS agency that currently staffs nine dual-paramedic EMS units. Our department serves two local hospitals, one regional trauma center and is supported by a separate agency that handles all convalescent transports. Working 12-hour shifts, our medics can enjoy their time off hiking, biking, and enjoying all the activities that the mountains of western North Carolina have to offer. Did we mention full-time personnel are guaranteed 8 consecutive days off a month?! This flexible schedule, progressive protocols, and top-of-the-line equipment are just a few things that make Henderson County EMS a great place to work.
Additional Benefits:
- Built in overtime each pay period.
- Additional compensation for critical care and advanced certifications.
- Opportunities to participate in specialized teams.
- Paid in-house continuing education program.
- Flexible scheduling for students (around attendance of initial paramedic courses)
- Paid time worked for up to 12 hours per pay period of initial paramedic classwork
- Free medical insurance for full-time employees when wellness participation requirements are met with impressive health benefit plan.
- County Wellness Center and embedded Behavioral Wellness Counselors
For more information, please see our website: https://www.hendersoncountync.gov/ems/page/employment. Henderson County is accepting applications for full-time and auxiliary positions with Emergency Medical Services.
Applicants must:
· Possess a current paramedic certification OR
Testing is required and includes written, practical, and physical ability testing. Previous emergency medical service experience is preferred. Pre-employment screenings are required for all finalist applicants.
Pay: From $30.77 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Wellness program
Work Location: In person
