Paramedic - Advanced Life Support EMS Response

Dinwiddie County; Virginia; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Dinwiddie County is seeking an EMS Paramedic to perform advanced life support on emergency calls, transport patients, and maintain detailed records in a fast-paced environment.

Under EMS Captain or designee supervision, you will work a minimum of hours per month, participate in ongoing training, and must hold Virginia Paramedic certification along with EVOC I & II, CPR/ACLS/PALS, and NIMS training. This role includes lifting and field duties typical for EMS responders.

Qualifications

• Education: High School graduation or GED equivalent supplemented by specialized courses/training equivalent to completion of two (2) years of college.
• Experience: Three (3) years of emergency medical experience or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Special Certifications and Licenses: Commonwealth of Virginia Paramedic; EVOC I & II; CPR, ACLS and PALS; NIMS 100, 200, 700 & 800; valid state driver’s license with acceptable driving history; maintain certifications during employment.

Responsibilities

• Responds to both basic and advanced emergency medical calls.
• Operates equipment and transports patients to definitive care facilities.
• Provides advanced emergency medical care per protocol and physician instructions.
• Maintains accurate prehospital patient care reports.
• Checks and restocks ambulance with proper equipment and supplies.

Skills

Emergency medical services

Education

High School diploma or GED

Two years of college equivalent

Job description

Dinwiddie County is seeking an EMS Paramedic to perform advanced life support on emergency calls, transport patients, and maintain detailed records in a fast-paced environment.

Under EMS Captain or designee supervision, you will work a minimum of hours per month, participate in ongoing training, and must hold Virginia Paramedic certification along with EVOC I & II, CPR/ACLS/PALS, and NIMS training. This role includes lifting and field duties typical for EMS responders.