Advanced Life Support EMS Provider

Advanced Life Support EMS Provider

Salary

$28.00 Hourly

Location

800 Madison Street (Fire Administration), Lynchburg, VA

Job Type

Hourly

Job Number

03683

Department

Fire

Opening Date

09/28/2026

• Description
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Description

The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Performs difficult protective services work related to emergency medical services and engages directly in providing advanced life support and stabilization procedures at the scene of a medical emergency and during transport to medical facilities; does related EMS and emergency services work as required by performing the following duties. Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Fire Department Captains.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents, drives and operates apparatus and related equipment.
• Responds to emergency medical calls, drives ambulance and EMS staff vehicles as needed, and administers pre-hospital basic and/or advanced life support care; stabilizes and transports patients to emergency care facilities.
• Responds to non-emergency calls and conducts other non-emergency service calls as necessary.
• Prepares reports and maintains record of medic unit and responses, prepares routine incident reports, and maintenance records.
• Participates in continuing training and instructional programs through individual study of technical material and attendance at scheduled drills and classes in emergency medical treatment.
• Assists in maintaining and repairing emergency services equipment and cleaning fire stations, grounds and apparatus.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned.
• When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 courses
• Current CPR certification
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Certification (EVOC) Level II
• Must possess and maintain Virginia Emergency Medical Technician- Intermediate or Paramedic Certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification (must be maintained)
• Must obtain Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) or Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) and Pediatric Education for the Pre-hospital Professional (PEPP) or department-approved equivalent within 12 months (must be maintained)
• Graduation from high school or GED.

Additional Requirements

Possession of valid drivers license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia and acceptable driving record according to the Citys Driving Criteria.

No DUI or drug related convictions, or VASAP attendance within 5 years of application for employment.

Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.

The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the Citys goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.

• Employees in full-time positions are eligible for the following benefits:
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement through the Virginia Retirement System (VRS);

the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit

• Life insurance at no cost to the employee

• Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.

• Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance

• Paid Time Off

• Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position

Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans

Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures

01

DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.

• Yes
• No
• I do not currently possess a Virginia Drivers License

02

Please provide your drivers license number so that your driving record can be obtained.

03

(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.

• Agree to provide record within 2 weeks of application date
• Do not agree (I understand I will no longer be considered for this position if I disagree.)
• Not applicable (I have not had an Out-of-State Drivers License during the past 3 years.

04

Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

05

This job requires you to pass a drug and alcohol screen and a thorough background examination. Are you willing to participate in these examinations?

• Yes
• No

06

If given a conditional offer of employment you will be required to provide a copy of your immunization record at the pre-employment health screening. Are you willing and able to provide this record?

• Yes
• No

07

Are you currently certified with the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services as an Advanced Life Support Provider (Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate or Paramedic)?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Lynchburg

Address 900 Church Street

Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504

Phone (434) 455-4200

Website https://www.lynchburgva.gov/human-resources