Emergency Patient Care Tech (EMT Skills)

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician to provide age-appropriate direct patient care under RN/physician supervision. Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, maintaining a safe environment, and assisting with specimens and plan-of-care adherence.

Minimum qualifications include a HS diploma; CNA preferred and EMT certification; BLS HCP required. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic, high-stress environment and strict infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Ability to collect and document patient data (vital signs, intake/output).
• Knowledge of basic hygiene and activities of daily living care.
• Ability to assist with feeding, hydration, and mobility.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, direct care to patients on the unit with age-appropriate adjustments.
• Monitor patient conditions and report to the health care team.
• Maintain a safe, clean, stocked environment to support care.
• Assist with specimen collection as needed.
• Attend mandatory trainings and adhere to infection control policies.

Skills

Vital signs

Direct patient care

Documentation

Hygiene care

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred)

Emergency Medical Technician (minimum)

Tools

AHA BLS HCP Certification

Job description

VCU Health is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician to provide age-appropriate direct patient care under RN/physician supervision. Responsibilities include monitoring patient conditions, maintaining a safe environment, and assisting with specimens and plan-of-care adherence.

Minimum qualifications include a HS diploma; CNA preferred and EMT certification; BLS HCP required. Candidates should be prepared for a dynamic, high-stress environment and strict infection control practices.