EMT

WVU Medicine; Parkersburg, Northern (WV, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is hiring an Emergency Medical Technician to provide rapid response and patient transport for hospital transfer. The role requires driving credentials, state EMT licensure, and current BLS/CPR certification, with EVOC completion expected soon after hire.

The position emphasizes timely assessment, safe patient handling, and coordination with hospital teams. Schedule includes varied shifts and on-call elements, tied to hospital needs.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• BLS and CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
• Must possess current EMT licensure for the state where services are provided (WV/OH).
• Nationally registered EMT as required by state board (WV may require SLO).
• Completion of Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC).

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and efficiently to emergency calls.
• Assess injuries and provide immediate patient care prior to hospital transfer.
• Assist in removal of victims from the scene.
• Ensure safe and efficient patient transport with continuous care en route to the hospital.
• Assist with vehicle maintenance, ambulance equipment, and restocking supplies.

Skills

Scheduling flexibility

Guest relations

Education

EMT licensure WV/OH

NREMT registration

EVOC training

Job description

Welcome! We’re excited you’re considering an opportunity with us! Below, you’ll find other important information about this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. Must have a valid driver’s license.
2. Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPR certification within 30 days of hire.
3. Must possess current Licensure as required by state where services are being provided: OH: Emergency Medical Technician through OH Emergency Medical Services WV: Emergency Medical Technician through WV Office of Emergency Medical Services
4. Nationally registered as Emergency Medical Technician as required by state board: WV: Emergency Medical Technician through National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (Unless state license is State License Only (SLO) To be completed as established by department: (Administered at Department level) 1. Completion of Emergency Vehicle Operations Course.

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for prompt and efficient response to calls.
2. Responsible for determining the extent and nature of injuries, and efficient care of the patient prior to transfer to health care facility.
3. Responsible for assisting in removal of victims from scene of accident.
4. Responsible for safe and efficient patient transport with continued care of the patient en‑route to the hospital.
5. Responsible for assisting with vehicle maintenance, ambulance equipment and replenishes supplies.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Cognizant of environmental factors, infection control issues and maintains a safe environment for patient care.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Ability to be scheduled for work based on operational needs of the hospital.
2. Possess the ability to deal tactfully and harmoniously with guests.

Additional Job Description:

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36
• Shift: Varied (United States of America)
• Exempt/Non-Exempt: United States of America (Non-Exempt)
• Company: CCMC Camden Clark Medical Center
• Cost Center: 240
• CCMC Ambulance Service Address: 934 Murdoch Avenue Parkersburg West Virginia

Equal Opportunity Employer West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws.

WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

Thank you for your interest in working for WVUM.

The West Virginia University Health System is West Virginia’s largest health system and largest private employer, providing care to communities across West Virginia, Maryland, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. The integrated academic health system includes 25 hospitals and five institutes, with more than 3,500 licensed beds, 4,000 clinicians, 39,000 employees, and $8.5 billion in annual operating revenues. Anchoring the system in Morgantown, West Virginia, are WVU Hospitals, an 880-bed academic medical center, and the 150-bed WVU Medicine Golisano Children’s Hospital. Together, the Health System’s hospitals, clinics, and specialty programs provide a comprehensive continuum of care, ranging from community-based primary and specialty services to highly complex, quaternary care and post-acute care.