ALS Fire Division EMT-Paramedic: Community Impact

City-of-Hampton,-Va; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible and/or remote work options

Excellent benefits

Job summary

City of Hampton is seeking an EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic with at least one year of progressive EMS experience to join the Hampton Fire and Rescue Team. You will provide advanced life support in 911 responses, evaluate patients, administer medications, and operate ambulances in a dynamic waterfront community.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and commitment to customer service, with shifts that may include 8, 12, or 24 hours and potential overtime.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic training.
• One year of progressive EMS experience.
• Active Virginia EMT-I certification; Paramedic preferred.
• Current BLS/CPR, ACLS, and PALS/PEPP as required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 EMS calls and provide ALS patient care.
• Assess patients, manage airway, meds, IV/IO access.
• Transport patients and relay information to facilities.
• Complete electronic patient care reports (ePCR).
• Operate ambulances and maintain equipment.
• Coordinate with fire, police, hospitals, and other agencies.
• Assist training EMS personnel as Field Training Officer when assigned.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Effective communicator

Customer service oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT-Intermediate certification

Virginia Paramedic certification preferred

Tools

NIMS 100

NIMS 200

NIMS 700

NIMS 800

ePCR documentation

Job description

City of Hampton is seeking an EMT-Intermediate or Paramedic with at least one year of progressive EMS experience to join the Hampton Fire and Rescue Team. You will provide advanced life support in 911 responses, evaluate patients, administer medications, and operate ambulances in a dynamic waterfront community.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and commitment to customer service, with shifts that may include 8, 12, or 24 hours and potential overtime.