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NC400 SMAT (State Medical Assistance Team), based at Duke University Medical Center, is one of 8 disaster medical response teams across NC.

The NC 400 SMAT (State Medical Assistance Team), based at Duke University Medical Center, is one of 8 like entities overseen and managed by Level I or Level II Trauma Centers in the State of North Carolina. Utilizing only federal grant funds, The North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services provides direction to these teams that make up the foundation for the North Carolina State Medical Response System. The NC 400 SMAT is comprised of a very diverse group of both medical and non medical volunteers. These volunteers come from various Hospitals, EMS Agencies and other medical care entities from within the 8 county Duke Trauma Region. While not only populating our mobile medical care rosters when deployed, these professionals also provide their employers with educational and operational resources in the fields of disaster response, incident command, and other specialized training gained from their affiliation with NC 400 SMAT. The original concept of the SMAT project was to respond to a Weapons of Mass Destruction attack to provide technical decontamination of patients exposed during a CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive) event. The SMAT focus has transitioned into a multifaceted all hazards response team that can provide a wide variety of mobile medical care in the face of disaster. The decontamination component is still within the scope of practice; however the capabilities have grown and include the provision of care to the Special Medical Needs Populations, Points of Distribution for Mass Prophylaxis, and Mass Fatalities Management in the wake of a major incident. Although The NC 400 SMAT can answer calls for assistance from local, regional, state or national partners, we are a Duke entity and call Durham, North Carolina home. To become a member, please register as a volunteer online at WWW.SERVNC.ORG and affiliate with the Duke Regional Advisory Committee SMAT II. You will be contacted by a member of the NC400 SMAT who will provide you with further information.

10/31/2025

09/23/2025

On November 15th and 16th, providers from across the nation will undergo one of the most rewarding educational opportunities our industry has to offer, Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC).

This course features 2 days of lectures/discussions, skills, and medical simulations focused on care of the trauma patient during initial resuscitation and transport. Over 26 hours of CAMTS accepted trauma education!

Course topics include but are not limited to:

Transport Physiology
Safety
General Principles of Trauma
Neurologic Trauma
Shock
Thoracic and Abdominal Trauma
Musculoskeletal and Soft-Tissue Trauma
Trauma in Pregnancy
Pediatric Trauma
Legal Aspects of Transport
Burns
Airway and Mechanical Ventilation
Review of Imaging Studies
Chest X-Ray Interpretation

Follow the link below to REGISTER TODAY and secure a remaining seat. We look forward to seeing you at Duke Life Flight headquarters!

https://www.astna.org/events/EventDetails.aspx?id=1986357...

09/07/2025

The NC 400 team is providing medical support for an airshow in Laurinburg, home of the Golden Knights, a truly honorable endeavor.

05/22/2025

05/09/2025

Duke Life Flight is looking for Advanced Pediatric Respiratory Therapists to join our team! This exciting role offers a $15,000 Commitment Bonus along with up to $8,000 in Relocation assistance. If you possess 3 to 4 years of respiratory experience, including at least 1 year in intensive neonatal or pediatric ICU, or have a background in Emergency Air and Ground transport, we want to hear from you! Apply now to be part of our dynamic team at Duke Health

https://careers.duke.edu/job/Durham-Advanced-Respiratory-Therapist-Pediatric-Duke-Life-Flight-NC-27710/920999200/

04/19/2025

Another weekend and the team is providing event medicine again. This weekend we are in Warren County at the Haliwa-Saponi Tribal Pow-Wow. Last weekend cold and rainy. This weekend warm and sunny. We are exercising in all weather conditions it seems.

04/12/2025

One of the best parts of the SMAT and MRC is proving event medicine for community events. This weekend we are doing just that for the Boy Scouts at their annual conclave. This consist of Losges from Kernersville NC to the Coast.

In addition to providing community support, we use these opportunities to conduct training to ensure we remain proficient in our skills. Today, two medics on the team are conducting prehosptial care and packaging. Many of our team members work inside at a hospital setting and not as proficient in prehospital care.

03/20/2025

12/27/2024

PLEASE BE ADVISED that Duke University Medical Center’s emergency room is currently on diversion due to flooding. We will not be able to transport patients to Duke University Medical Center. While we can transport patients to Duke Regional Hospital, UNC Hospitals and WakeMed facilities, please keep in mind that this situation may have ripple effects across all local EMS systems and may impact wait times for EMS responses, transport and treatment at the hospital.

12/19/2024

Members of the SMAT delivered o er 400 gifts to the Ashe County Sheriff's Office for the annual Ashe County Christmas Event.

This initiative was a meaningful opportunity to support families who continue to feel the devastating impacts of Hurricane Helene. Hearing stories reinforce the importance of community, compassion, and resilience.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this effort. You generosity is helping to bring joy and hope to families during this holiday season. A special thanks to the Ashe County Sheriff's Office for partnering with us in making this event possible. Together we are stronger.

12/18/2024

Join the Team at Duke Life Flight as an Air Medical Communications Specialist!

Are you someone who thrives in fast-paced environments and wants to make a real difference in people's lives every day? Duke Life Flight, a leader in critical care transport, is looking for a compassionate and detail-oriented Air Medical Communications Specialist to join our team in Durham, NC.

As a Communications Specialist, you’ll be the link between emergency medical teams, pilots, and patients. You’ll coordinate missions by dispatching our helicopters and ground ambulances, ensuring our teams are in the right place at the right time.

What You'll Do:
• Coordinate incoming requests for transport.
• Maintain seamless communication between medical teams, pilots, and hospitals.
• Monitor flight and vehicle movements to ensure safety and efficiency.
• Provide calm, clear communication in high-pressure situations.

Why Join Us?
• Be part of a nationally recognized program that combines cutting-edge technology with compassionate care.
• Work with a close-knit, supportive team committed to excellence.
• Access professional development opportunities and the resources of the Duke Health system.

Who You Are:
• A calm and organized communicator who can handle stress.
• Experienced in dispatch, emergency communications, or a similar role (preferred).
• Motivated by making a difference in critical moments.
• Ready to contribute to a culture of teamwork, innovation, and integrity.

If you're looking for a meaningful career that challenges you to grow and directly impacts lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue the life-saving legacy of Duke Life Flight.

Learn more and apply: https://careers.duke.edu/job-invite/241932/

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Durham, NC
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https://trauma.duhs.duke.edu/disaster-response/nc400-smat

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The NC 400 SMAT (State Medical Assistance Team), based at Duke University Medical Center, is one of 8 like entities overseen and managed by Level I or Level II Trauma Centers in the State of North Carolina. Utilizing only federal grant funds, The North Carolina Office of Emergency Medical Services provides direction to these teams that make up the foundation for the North Carolina State Medical Response System. The NC 400 SMAT is comprised of a very diverse group of both medical and non medical volunteers. These volunteers come from various Hospitals, EMS Agencies and other medical care entities from within the 8 county Duke Trauma Region. While not only populating our mobile medical care rosters when deployed, these professionals also provide their employers with educational and operational resources in the fields of disaster response, incident command, and other specialized training gained from their affiliation with NC 400 SMAT. The original concept of the SMAT project was to respond to a Weapons of Mass Destruction attack to provide technical decontamination of patients exposed during a CBRNE (Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosive) event. The SMAT focus has transitioned into a multifaceted all hazards response team that can provide a wide variety of mobile medical care in the face of disaster. The decontamination component is still within the scope of practice; however the capabilities have grown and include the provision of care to the Special Medical Needs Populations, Points of Distribution for Mass Prophylaxis, and Mass Fatalities Management in the wake of a major incident. Although The NC 400 SMAT can answer calls for assistance from local, regional, state or national partners, we are a Duke entity and call Durham, North Carolina home. To become a member, please register as a volunteer online at https://terms.ncem.org/TRS/ and affiliate with the Duke Regional Advisory Committee SMAT II. You will be contacted by a member of the NC400 SMAT who will provide you with further information.