ADVANCED EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN - A 43 (MULTIPLE POSITIONS)

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These positions are eligible for $6,000 Sign-On Bonus

**THESE ARE FOR FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT ONLY**

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs responsible work in transporting patients of all ages and in rendering basic and advanced life support to a patient population that includes infants through older adults.  Requires successful completion of the North Carolina State Emergency Medical Services training program or an equivalent training program. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Requires completion of the North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services training program or equivalent training program. 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

AEMT- Advanced Emergency Medical Technician certification by the State of North Carolina; must have a valid NC driver's license and a three-year acceptable driving record.

Please submit copy of EMT certification (include out of state certification, if applicable) with application located under Additonal Documents area.

* Salary is contingent upon the employee working the required scheduled hours per pay period.

* Pay for attending mandatory continuing education events.

*We are pleased to announce Assessment 43 is open to accepting applications with hire date of September 28, 2026.  Two Assessment Centers are available.  The first Assesment Center is July 9th and 10th. The second Assessment Center is July 16th and 17th.

* You must meet the minimum requirements for the position in order for your application to be forwarded to EMS by Human Resources. 

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE:

Durham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Durham County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management. 

BACKGROUND CHECK STATEMENT:

This position may be subject to a background check, which could include, but is not limited to, criminal history (employment-related and/or SBI fingerprint-based), credit history, motor vehicle records, educational verification, and checks of the sexual offender registry, depending on the specific requirements of the role. A conviction record does not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment consideration, unless otherwise required by applicable state law.