Health Care Technician II - EMT - Central Regional Hospital Salary $31,200.00 - $41,670.00 Annually Location Granville County, NC Job Type Permanent Full-Time Department Dept of Health and Human Services Job Number 18-09312 Closing Continuous Description of Work Central Regional Hospital Where Caring is Contagious! This is a repost of position number 60043657. All previous applicants are required to reapply in order to be considered. We are currently recruiting for a Health Care Technician II that will function as a Emergency Management Technician (EMT) at Central Regional Hospital (CRH) on the Transportation Unit. The primary purpose of this position is to provide regular and emergency transportation and escort services to clients of Central Regional Hospital. Job duties include: Ensuring patients are dressed appropriately for clinic appointments. Ensure outside appointment packets have the appropriate information and it accompanies patient on the appointment. Observe and monitor patients' physical and psychological condition during trips. Report and document significant observations. Interact therapeutically with patients during escort/transport. Collaborate with unit staff to ensure patient arrives timely for appointments. Ensures proper hand-off communication per hospital policy and procedure. Demonstrates teamwork and collaboration with unit team members and EMT peers. Informs EMT Lead of any concerns related to transportation vehicles and clinical appointments. Responds according to scope of practice (CNA, TSS, Emergency Medical Technician). Demonstrates concern and courtesy for internal and external customer. Demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences. Identifies the needs of the internal and external customers and responds appropriately. This is a full-time position and eligible for the full State benefits package including health insurance and retirement. The normal working hours are Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., 40 hours a week; with on-call, weekend and holiday coverage as scheduled; however, flexibility is required to meet hospital needs. This position is considered essential and employees will be expected to work during adverse weather events. Salary Grade: GN05 Recruitment Range: $31,200 - $41,670 Position: 60043657 About the Department of Health and Human Services / Central Regional Hospital: The NC Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) is one of the largest, most complex agencies in the state, with approximately 18,000 employees. In collaboration with its partners, it is responsible for ensuring the health, safety and well-being of all North Carolinians. CRH is a State-of-the Art psychiatric hospital located in Butner, NC. Our location is ideal with four seasons, mild temperatures and provides an easy commute to the N.C. mountains or beaches. Butner possesses small town charm but is within 30 minutes of a major metropolitan area including Research Triangle Park, Raleigh, Chapel Hill, and Durham, NC. The people we serve are at the heart of our facility. Our team is critical to the mission of the hospital. We strive to create an environment in which every team member contributes to the overall success of the hospital to positively impact the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Competencies To receive credit for all of your work history and credentials, you must list the information on the application form. Any information listed under the text resume section or on an attachment will not be considered for qualifying credit. Qualified candidates must document on the application that they clearly possess all of the following: Must have a North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Demonstrated ability to obtain and maintain NA I certification by the North Carolina Division of Health Services Regulation. (Please note: If applicants are not NA I certified and are selected for the position, training will be offered by the hospital. However, certification must be obtained and employee must pass all facility required training as a condition of employment.) Demonstrated ability to obtain and maintain NVCI (Non-violent Crisis Intervention) and CPR certification. (Please note: Training will be offered by the hospital. Employee must pass all facility required training as a condition of employment ) Requires a valid driver's license. Good judgment, leadership and customer service skills are required. Working knowledge of common physical and mental diseases of psychiatric patients. Working knowledge of emergency medical techniques of an approved Emergency Medical Technician program. Demonstrated skills in non-professional nursing care tasks (as defined by NA I/II role of North Carolina). Work experience demonstrating skills in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation Techniques and First Aid. Demonstrated ability to complete documentation required by the facility, especially related to trip information. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements High school or General Educational Development diploma and one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Special Condition for Continued Employment: As required, listing as a Nurse Aide I by the North Carolina Division of Health Service Regulation. As applicable, North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited colleges or universities. Supplemental and Contact Information The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility's Vaccination Policy. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account . You will either receive a call to schedule an interview or an email notifying you when the job has been filled. For technical issues with your application, please call the NeoGov Help Line at 855-524-5627. Applicants will be communicated with via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at 919-764-7200. For permanent appointments: State of North Carolina employees have the opportunity to participate in a compelling array of benefits to enhance their quality of life, their health, and their future. Benefits include employee health insurance options, standard and supplemental retirement plans, NC Flex (a variety of high-quality, low cost benefits on a pre-tax basis), and paid vacation, sick, and community service leave, to name a few. Some benefits require 30 + hours work/week for participation. To find out about these, and other programs, please visit our Employee Benefits page: For temporary, contract or other supplemental staffing appointments: There are no paid leave, retirement or other benefits associated with these appointment types. 01 A North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification is required for this position. Do you possess an EMT Certification? If yes, this certification must be listed on your application under the Certificates and Licenses section. Yes No 02 Do you have a valid unexpired driver's license? Yes No 03 DHHS 18 - Sourcing Category Question: Where did you learn about DHHS or this opportunity? Company or OSHR Website Employee Referral Professional Association or Industry-specific job board Conference / Career Fair LinkedIn Other Social Media Theater Advertisement Internet Advertisement TV / Radio Indeed Other General Job Boards Google Other Search Engines 04 Copy OF [DHHS 18 - Sourcing Detail Question: Please give additional detail where you learned of DHHS or this opportunity. (e.g., APA Annual Meeting in NYC in May 2018, Facebook, Doximity, NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board, etc.)] Required Question Agency State of North Carolina Address NOTE: Apply to the department listed on posting An Equal Opportunity Employer, North Carolina, State Government Website