Part Time Manatee County Ems Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $19.25 - $24.50 Hourly
Location : Emergency Services Headquarters, NC
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 202500058
Department: EM-EMS
Division: Emergency Services
Opening Date: 07/15/2026
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Division: McDowell County Emergency Medical Services
Location: McDowell County, North Carolina
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule: PRN (As Needed) - Variable shifts based on operational need.
Position Summary
McDowell County EMS is accepting applications for PRN (as needed) EMS Provider positions. Applicants may apply at any certification level, including Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT), or Paramedic. PRN providers are responsible for delivering high-quality prehospital emergency medical care and safe patient transportation while serving as an integral part of the McDowell County EMS team. Employees function within their certification level and are expected to maintain operational readiness, professionalism, and clinical competency while supporting the EMS system. McDowell County EMS is committed to maintaining a highly qualified PRN workforce and welcomes applications throughout the year. Applications are reviewed on an ongoing basis as they are received.
? Respond promptly to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.
? Operate ambulances and emergency vehicles safely in accordance with county policy and state law.
? Assess, treat, monitor, and transport patients experiencing medical, traumatic, behavioral, or psychiatric emergencies.
? Provide patient care consistent with North Carolina Office of EMS protocols and certification level.
? Assist with or perform Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) procedures as authorized by certification level.
? Maintain accurate and timely electronic patient care documentation.
? Conduct daily vehicle and equipment inspections to ensure operational readiness.
? Maintain cleanliness and readiness of assigned stations, vehicles, and equipment.
? Communicate professionally with patients, families, coworkers, dispatchers, and receiving facilities.
? Participate in required training, continuing education, and quality improvement initiatives.
? Maintain familiarity with McDowell County geography, EMS policies, and operational procedures.
? Perform additional duties as assigned in support of EMS operations.
EMT
? Current North Carolina EMT certification or eligibility for reciprocity.
? Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
? Valid North Carolina driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
? Completion of FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses.
Advanced EMT
? Current North Carolina Advanced EMT certification or eligibility for reciprocity.
? Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
? Valid North Carolina driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
? Completion of FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses.
Paramedic
? Current North Carolina Paramedic certification or eligibility for reciprocity.
? Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications.
? Valid North Carolina driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
? Completion of FEMA ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses.
Additional Requirements
? Successful completion of required background investigation, drug screening, and MEDPAT.
? Must maintain all required certifications and licensure throughout employment.
Preferred Qualifications
? Previous 911 emergency response experience.
? Previous experience in prehospital emergency medical services or related healthcare settings.
? Additional certifications such as Critical Care Paramedic, Community Paramedicine, Hazardous Materials Operations, or specialty EMS training.
? Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and professional development.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
Employees must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Work involves frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, crouching, climbing, lifting, carrying, and moving patients and equipment in dynamic and unpredictable environments. Employees may be exposed to inclement weather, hazardous materials, bodily fluids, infectious diseases, loud noise, emotionally charged situations, and other hazardous conditions associated with emergency response operations. Employees are expected to use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and follow all infection control and safety procedures.
How to Apply
PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG SCREENING AND BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED
APPLICANTS WILL BE GIVEN CREDIT ONLY FOR INFORMATION PROVIDED IN RESPONSE TO THIS ANNOUNCEMENT. No additional information will be solicited by the McDowell County; therefore, persons who submit incomplete applications may not receive full credit for their education, training and experience.
McDowell County is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the County to recruit, hire, train and promote individuals without regard to age, sex, race, color, religion, political affiliation or national origin. The County will interactively work with disabled applicants and employees to identify reasonable accommodations that will allow the individual to perform essential job functions.
McDowell County participates in E-Verify.
Applications are available:

• on our website:

- under "Job Opportunities"

• McDowell County Administration Building:

25 W Fort Street Marion, NC 28752
Applications can be submitted:

• Online at
• in person at the County Administration building:

25 W Fort Street Marion, NC 28752

• or by Mail to:

McDowell County Human Resources
60 East Court Street Marion, NC 28752

• or by email to:

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We also offer up to 8 weeks of paid family leave to eligible employees.