About CarolinaEast Medical Center
CarolinaEast Health System is dedicated to quality and compassionate care across the Coastal Carolina region. The flagship of the health system is a 350 bed full service medical center housing a complete complement of inpatient and outpatient services with the latest technology. CarolinaEast Health System employs 3,000 dedicated team members. We have physician practices in various specialties spanning four counties. Our employees create a culture of excellence that connects our patients to the same level of care that is usually found at larger medical centers while maintaining a friendly, community feel throughout our facilities. CarolinaEast offers a comprehensive benefits package to all full time employees as well as benefits to part time plus and part time employees.
Job Summary: This individual will function as a rapid responder to provide overdose response within Craven County for individuals who have experienced an overdose reversal or who are suffering from a substance use disorder and have come to the attention of Craven County EMS, CarolinaEast EMS, local law enforcement, and local health clinics. Serves as an active participant in mobile syringe service program. Duties of the PORC are limited solely to the role and department.
Minimum Requirements: High school Diploma or equivalent. Self-motivated with strong organizational skills. Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds and across differences in culture, race, gender, beliefs, and literacy levels. Harm Reduction Training, Naloxone administration training, and peer support training desired but will be supplied after hiring. Have and maintain a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of North Carolina.