Piedmont Medical Center in Rock Hill, South Carolina is recruiting a certified Paramedic to join its EMS team serving York County and the surrounding region. This is a hands-on, field-based role delivering basic and advanced life support at the scene and during transport, operating out of a 288-bed acute care facility recognized for elite patient safety standards. The position carries a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 for eligible candidates and offers a full benefits package in a system that includes a second campus in Fort Mill opened in 2022.
Perks and Benefits
- Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 based on eligibility
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- CME and career development support through continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, and auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- Field-based ALS/BLS response in accordance with York County EMS protocols and department policies, optimizing 911 EMS coverage throughout the community
- Scope includes scene stabilization, advanced life support interventions, and patient transport to medical facilities
- Operates specially equipped emergency vehicles requiring proficiency with a wide variety of EMS technology and documentation software
- Responsibilities include prospective, concurrent, and retrospective quality review and feedback processes
- Primary facility is Piedmont Medical Center Rock Hill — a 288-bed acute care hospital with advanced equipment serving York County for more than 30 years
- Service lines at the Rock Hill campus include preventive care, advanced heart and stroke care, maternity care, and a Level III NICU
- Second campus — Piedmont Medical Center Fort Mill (opened 2022, 100 beds) — features a 24/7 Emergency Department, ICU, Medical/Surgical Unit, Surgical Services, and Women's Services
- System-wide recognition includes the Leapfrog Group "A" Hospital Safety Score and the Certified Zero Harm Award from SCHA/DHEC
- Cardiac Care program holds Blue Distinction Center designation from BlueCross BlueShield and national certification from the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree from a two-year college or technical school preferred
- South Carolina Paramedic certification required at time of hire
- Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) certification required within one year of employment
- AHA BLS required; must be obtained within 7 days of hire
- AHA ACLS required within the orientation period
- PALS or PEPP required within the orientation period
- NIMS Incident Command compliance required within the orientation period: ICS-100, ICS-200, IS-700, and IS-800
- Valid driver's license required
- Minimum two years of full-time experience as a 911 EMS provider preferred
About the Community
Rock Hill is the largest city in York County, South Carolina, situated just south of Charlotte, North Carolina — offering easy access to a major metropolitan area while maintaining a lower cost of living and a strong sense of community. The region features a mild four-season climate, growing suburban amenities, well-regarded public and private schools, and proximity to Lake Wylie for outdoor recreation. York County's continued population growth makes it one of the most dynamic healthcare markets in the Carolinas, with strong demand for skilled EMS professionals.