EMT Trainee - Giles Transport

Carilion Clinic; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Carilion Clinic in Pearisburg, VA is seeking an EMT Trainee to support pre-hospital and clinical patient care while you complete an accredited EMT program. This temporary role is designed to build hands-on experience toward EMT certification within Carilion's Grow Our Own initiative.

The sponsored EMT course requires weekly travel to Roanoke (2 days) and clinical training (1 day). You must be enrolled, 18+, and ready to meet OEMS requirements during the 8-month program.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Must be enrolled in or accepted into an accredited EMT training program.
• Must be at least 18 years old and eligible to obtain EMT certification.

Responsibilities

• Support patient care in pre-hospital and clinical settings under supervision.
• Assist with patient assessment and vitals documentation.
• Participate in basic life support activities.
• Maintain equipment and supplies for readiness.
• Communicate effectively with patients and healthcare team.
• Complete training coursework and competency validations on schedule.

Skills

Strong communication

Listening skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrolled in EMT training program

Eligible for EMT certification

Job description

## EMT Trainee - Giles TransportApplyremote type: Fully In-Personlocations: Pearisburg, Virginiatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todaytime left to apply: End Date: August 14, 2026 (17 days left to apply)job requisition id: R159723## **Employment Status:**Full time## **Shift:**Any Day, Any Shift (United States of America)## **Facility:**175 Industrial Park Rd - Pearisburg## **Requisition Number:**R159723 EMT Trainee - Giles Transport (Open)# **How You’ll Help Transform Healthcare:**The EMT Trainee provides support in the delivery of emergency medical services while completing an accredited Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) training program. Gains foundational knowledge and hands-on experience necessary to obtain EMT certification. #EMTTrainee# **The Carilion sponsored EMT course requires travel to Roanoke on a weekly basis for the course (2 days per week) and clinical training (1 day per week). \*\*Non-Roanoke based courses may be an option in select locations. Please contact the recruiter for more information. This course is part of Carilion's "Grow Our Own" EMT Program. The goal of the program is for you to transition to an EMT-Basic position with Carilion after successfully completing the EMT course.**## **This role is a temporary position within CCPT. Employment in this role is limited to a maximum of 8 months from the start date of the EMT Program.****The following qualification must be met during the first four months of employment:****Successfully complete the position orientation program to include enrollment in a Virginia Office of EMS (OEMS) Emergency Medical Technician course. An employee who becomes certified by OEMS as an EMT within the eight months of employment in this temporary position may seek to continue employment with CCPT by applying for a CCPT EMT or Communications Specialist I position. Successfully completing the requirements of the temporary position, regardless of any related service commitments, is not a guarantee of hire into an EMT or Communications Specialist role.****To learn more about Carilion Clinic's EMT Program, you can view this video.**The EMT Trainee duties include, but are not limited to the following:* Supports the delivery of patient care in pre-hospital and clinical settings under the supervision of certified staff.* Assists with patient assessment, including obtaining and documenting vital signs and observations.* Participates in basic life support activities and learns to recognize and respond to medical and trauma emergencies in accordance with established protocols.* Maintains equipment and supplies to ensure operational readiness.* Uses effective communication with patients, families, and members of the healthcare team.* Adheres to safety standards, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies.* Successfully completes all required training program coursework, clinical experiences, and competency validations within established timeframes.# **What We Require:****Education:**High school diploma or equivalent required. Must be enrolled in or accepted into an accredited EMT training program.**Experience:**Must be 18 years of age or older.**Licensure/Certification:** Must be eligible to obtain EMT certification upon completion of training. Must successfully complete EMT training and obtain certification within a designated timeframe of 8 months from start date of EMT Program. Valid Virginia driver's license and driving record that meets the compliance standard of the Carilion Clinic driver eligibility guidelines required on the date of hire and during employment. 2 years of clean driving history required (do not count the time you held a Learner's Permit). **Other Minimum Qualifications:**Demonstrates ability to remain calm and effective in high-stress situations. Strong communication, listening and interpersonal skills are required. Proficient in computer and keyboard skills. Attention to detail and accuracy. Must be able to work efficiently, manage time, and follow policy and procedures with minimal supervision. This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.