EMS Employment

Cabarrus EMS is a progressive emergency services organization. Vacancies are posted with Human Resources.

Advantages of a career with Cabarrus County EMS include:

EMT hiring range: $19.32 - $23.10
Paramedic hiring range: $23.48 - 28.07
Senior Paramedic hiring range: $25.88 - $30.94
Credit for experience given based on work history
State-of-the-art EMS HQ with emphasis on simulation, training space and robust logistics
Fitness center located at EMS HQ, available 24/7 for staff
12-hour shift model with time and 1/2 overtime
Holiday, vacation and sick time accrual at competitive rates
Tuition reimbursement for approved job-related courses
College degrees and/or national registry certification encouraged
Comprehensive continuing education program - all required courses are compensated
NC Local Government Retirement, 401K and other benefits available
Deferred compensation plans available
Insurance plans for employee, spouse and family are available
Dental insurance available
Employee Health Center for employees and dependents on county health insurance
Resources available for mental health resiliency
Paid membership in NC Association of Rescue and EMS
Comprehensive patient care protocols, with highly engaged medical directors
Zoll heart monitors and Autopulse, Stryker power load stretchers
Ambulances replaced frequently to maintain a new fleet
Strong support from hospital and county management
Specialty team options (tactical, EOD, land search, track medics, ATV, large event coverage)
County owned and operated service since 1973