Career Ladder

UNC Charlotte

Henderson County EMS provides opportunities for paramedics to grow and advance in their EMS careers.  The opportunities for career advancement within HCEMS include:

  • Paramedic I:  A paramedic who is undergoing our training process and is not yet released to practice independently
  • Paramedic II:  An independently practicing paramedic who has successfully completed our training program
  • Paramedic III:  An independently practicing paramedic who had undergone additional training and maintains additional certifications including critical care training
  • Field Training Specialist (FTS):  Primarily responsible for field training of new employees
  • Field Training Officer/Assistant Supervisor (FTO):  Involved in training and continuing education, takes part in quality management, and fills in as a shift supervisor as needed

  • Supervisor:  Oversees daily EMS operations and manages personnel assigned to his or her shift

  • Training Officer:  Manages education programs for the Henderson County EMS system, quality management activities, and clinical initiatives

  • Logistics Officer:  Provides logistical support for both Henderson County EMS and Emergency Management

  • EMS Manager: Directs the activities of Henderson County EMS and its employees