EMS Provider

EMS Provider

Salary

$21.00 - $25.00 Hourly

Location

135 North Union Street, Petersburg, VA

Job Type

Part-Time

Job Number

00881

Department

Fire (Part-Time)

Opening Date

10/21/2024

Closing Date

10/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Description

Emergency Medical Technician Advance (AEMT), Intermediates (EMT-I) and Paramedics (EMT-P) respond to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate advanced life support (ALS) care to the critically ill and injured and to transport the patient to a medical facility. After receiving the call from dispatch, the Medic responds in an ambulance to the address or location given using the most expeditious route, depending on traffic and weather conditions. The Medic must observe all traffic ordinances and regulations regarding emergency vehicle operation.

Essential Functions

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responding to emergency calls.

2. Treat sick and/or injured patients with the most appropriate care within their scope of practice and protocols.

3. Maintain all required licensures or certifications current per VAOEMS guidelines.

4. Attending all staff meetings and training.

5. Assess the nature and extent of medical emergency situations and the need for additional assistance.

6. Assist other EMS personnel in the administration of all emergency medical procedures.

7. Liaising with healthcare facilities regarding patients' pertinent information.

8. Completing patient care reports and other documentation.

9. Maintaining a clean working environment.

10. Complying with applicable policies, procedures, SOGs, and medical protocols.

SUPERVISION:

The Medic will report directly to the Chief of EMS.

ESSENTIAL KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Thorough knowledge of BLS and ALS patient care procedures and protocols.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Proficient or ability to become proficient with ESO EHR reporting software.
• General proficiency with Microsoft Office 365.

BENEFITS AND OTHER NOTICES:

This is an hourly position. Benefits are not included as described by city policy and procedures. This is at-will employment and will be subject to county personnel policies. The Highland County Department of EMS reserves the right to modify this description at its discretion

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

• Possession of a High School Diploma or GED
• A Valid Driver's License issued by a state governing body or agency.
• Valid Virginia OEMS Advance-EMT, EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic certification
• AHA BLS Provider CPR certification or equivalent.
• ACLS (Or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire).
• Virginia OEMS approved EVOC Class II or higher certification, or equivalent.
• ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 (Or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire)
• One year of experience as a released ALS provider at the level of AEMT, EMT-Intermediate or

Paramedic

Additional Requirements

For a summary of Benefits currently being offered by the City of Petersburg for Full-Time Employees Only, please click the following link: http://www.petersburgva.gov/index.aspx?NID=518

01

10-point compensable veteran. You must have an existing compensable service-connected disability of 10 percent or more. Other 10-point veteran include disabled veteran or a veteran who was awarded the Purple Heart for wound or injuries received in action, veterans widow or widower who has not remarried, wife or husband of a veteran who has a service-connected disability, widowed, divorced or separated mother of an ex-service son or daughter who died in action, or who is totally and permanently disabled. Do any of these apply?

• Yes
• No

02

5-point veterans must have been discharged under honorable conditions and had one of the following: Active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States, in a war, or during the period 4/28/52 - 7/1/55 or active duty for more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 2/1/55 and 10/14/76 or active duty during the Gulf War sometime between 8/2/90 - 1/2/92 or active duty in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized or active duty for which more than 180 consecutive days other than for training, any part of which occurred during the period beginning 9/11/2001 and ending on the date prescribed by the Presidential proclamation or by the law as the last date of operation Iraqi Freedom. Do any of these apply?

• Yes
• No

03

Do you possess a valid Drivers License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia, or another state with reciprocity?

• Yes
• No

04

What is your highest level of education?

• High School diploma or GED
• Some college
• Associate degree
• Bachelor degree
• Graduate degree or higher
• No degree

05

Do you have working knowledge of the American with Disabilities Act (ADA) and its applications?

• Yes, I do have the ability to perform the physical requirements of the position.
• No, I am unable to perform the physical requirements of the position.

06

Were you referred by US Army PaYS or Virginia Values Veterans V3? If so, please specify which program.

07

Have you previously worked for the City of Petersburg? If so, what department?

Required Question

Employer City of Petersburg

Address 135 No. Union Street

Petersburg, Virginia, 23803

Phone 8047332381

Website http://www.petersburgva.gov