Paramedic

Duke Careers

Paramedic providing direct patient care within Duke Urgent Care, assisting clinical staff with evaluations and treatments. Responsibilities include monitoring patients and documentation.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeDurham • North Carolina • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in providing direct patient care as a Paramedic, including performing technical procedures, monitoring patients, and maintaining accurate medical records. Proficient in operating medical equipment and ensuring compliance with safety protocols while supporting clinical staff and participating in performance improvement initiatives.

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North Carolina Paramedic CertificationAdvanced Life Support (ALS) ExperienceBasic Life Support (BLS) CertificationPediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) CertificationNeonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) Certification

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Hard Skills

Patient CarePhysical ExaminationTechnical ProceduresPatient MonitoringElectronic Health Records (EHR)Medical Equipment OperationDocumentation of CarePerformance Improvement ActivitiesClinical EvaluationEmergency Response

Soft Skills

Professional CommunicationTeam CollaborationMentoringProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Patient Monitoring SystemMedical EquipmentElectronic Health Records (EHR) System

Certifications & Qualifications

North Carolina Paramedic CertificationBLS CertificationACLS CertificationPALS CertificationNRP CertificationFP-C Certification (within 2 years)North Carolina Emergency Vehicle Driver Certification

Industry Keywords

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)Prehospital CareClinical PracticeQuality ImprovementEvidence-Based Practice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for providing direct patient care in accordance with the Paramedic scope of practice as defined by the North Carolina Medical Board under the medical oversight of the Medical Director of the practice setting where the individual will function.
Assists clinical staff in the evaluation, treatment and care of patients.
Obtains pertinent history and performs a physical examination.
Performs technical procedures as delegated.
Monitors patients and maintains records using patient monitoring system and electronic health records.
Documents patients' status, delivery of care and evaluation of the patients' response to care according to specific procedures and established protocols.
Documents and maintains an informative and accurate medical record to initiate charges for each patient treated.
Communicates in a professional manner essential information to all appropriate members of the healthcare team to promote sharing of information throughout the continuum of care.
Operates extensive medical and mechanical equipment in the hospital and transport environment.
Ensures all medical equipment is functioning; restocks medical supplies as needed.
Provides and maintains a safe and therapeutic environment for the patients, visitors, and staff.
Properly disposes of and handles as applicable, sharps, soiled materials, and linens and disinfects area in accordance with policy and policy as applicable.
Properly uses PPE when in contact with patients, soiled utility, hazardous materials in accordance with policy.
Act as preceptor and support the development of other staff and formal learners.
Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and in performance improvement activities.
Supports an environment of evidence-based practice/research/quality improvement initiatives.
Maintain certifications and clinical skills.
Performs other related duties incidental to the work described herein.

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma
Associates Degree preferred
Preferred one-year experience as Paramedic or other relevant clinical experience is required.
Successful completion of an NCOEMS approved Paramedic Course or a United States Department of Transportation (USDOT) centered course or similar approved Paramedic Course.
Level I - Paramedic One year experience in relevant clinical areas required, Paramedic experience preferred.
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) 911 agency.
Level III - Life Flight Critical Care Paramedic Minimum of three years and current ALS experience as a Paramedic in emergency setting with a moderate to high call volume 911 agency (20,000 to 35,000 calls/year).
Obtain FP-C within 2 years of hire.
Current certification as a North Carolina Paramedic required for all levels.
Level I BLS, ACLS, and PALS required. (Must obtain within 6 months if working in a hospital based department)
Current trauma course preferred: PHTLS, BTLS or ITLS
BLS, ACLS, and PALS, required. ITLS (or PHTLS) preferred upon hire. If not, will need to acquire within the first year. NRP required within 6 months of hire.
North Carolina Emergency Vehicle Driver certification or comparable.
Current Class C driver's license
Current three (3) year driving history absent of violations
Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation Assistance (based on eligibility)