Paramedic: Advanced EMS & Emergency Response

City-of-Suffolk; Virginia; On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Suffolk is seeking a Paramedic to perform advanced prehospital medical care and ALS at emergency and non-emergency incidents. The position requires maintaining equipment, driving emergency vehicles, and coordinating with medical facilities to ensure patient care continuity.

The role includes patient assessments, triage, and documentation, with ongoing training in EMS procedures and equipment operation.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Certified as Paramedic by Virginia or the National Registry.
• Within 90 days of employment: CPR, TEMS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, EVOC.

Responsibilities

• Responds to emergency calls for medical assistance and other incidents.
• Drives and operates up to Class 2 emergency vehicles; selects best routes.
• Administers advanced life support and stabilizes patients at scenes.
• Performs patient assessments, triage, vital signs, and history taking.
• Provides advanced EMS care (ACLS, PALS) and medication administration.
• Maintains equipment, station readiness, and vehicle readiness.
• Prepares and submits patient care records, logs, and reports.
• Communicates with supervisors, dispatchers, and treating facilities.

Skills

Paramedic

Emergency care

Patient assessment

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paramedic certification (VA or NREMT)

Tools

EMS equipment operation

Job description

City of Suffolk is seeking a Paramedic to perform advanced prehospital medical care and ALS at emergency and non-emergency incidents. The position requires maintaining equipment, driving emergency vehicles, and coordinating with medical facilities to ensure patient care continuity.

The role includes patient assessments, triage, and documentation, with ongoing training in EMS procedures and equipment operation.