Emergency Department EMT: Fast-Paced Patient Care

Bath County Community Hospital; Virginia; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Bath County Community Hospital seeks an EMT for its Emergency Department to support patient care and department operations, with duties spanning clinical, technical, and clerical tasks. The role adapts to certification level (EMT-Basic, EMT-Advanced, or Paramedic) and complies with state regulations and hospital protocols.

Ideal candidates have high school diploma, Virginia EMT certification, EVOC and BLS, with EMS or ED experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Virginia EMT-Basic/Advanced/Paramedic certification required.
• EVOC and BLS certifications required.
• ACLS and PALS are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet patients, obtain vital signs, and assist with patient intake and triage activities as assigned
• Document patient information accurately in the electronic health record
• Assist providers and nurses with clinical procedures within scope of practice
• Perform patient care tasks such as EKGs, splinting, wound care support, and specimen collection
• Observe and report changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse
• Maintain exam rooms, stretchers, and equipment, including cleaning and restocking
• Support patient flow and overall department operations
• Assist with clerical functions, including registration, documentation, and scanning
• Ensure compliance with infection control and safety standards
• May assist with EMS response or patient transport as needed based on competency
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

patient care

vital signs

electronic health record

triage

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

EMT certification (Virginia EMT-Basic/Advanced/Paramedic)

EVOC certification

BLS certification

ACLS/PALS preferred

Tools

EMT certification

EVOC

BLS

ACLS/PALS preferred

Job description

Bath County Community Hospital seeks an EMT for its Emergency Department to support patient care and department operations, with duties spanning clinical, technical, and clerical tasks. The role adapts to certification level (EMT-Basic, EMT-Advanced, or Paramedic) and complies with state regulations and hospital protocols.

Ideal candidates have high school diploma, Virginia EMT certification, EVOC and BLS, with EMS or ED experience preferred.