Paramedic (NREMT, NRP)

Decypher; Portsmouth (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Benefits package

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Decypher is seeking a Paramedic (NREMT, NRP) to join the Specialty Care Team in Portsmouth, VA. The role delivers advanced critical care during high-acuity transports and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuous patient care.

You will maintain up-to-date certifications (NREMT, NRP, BLS, ACLS, PALS) and possess at least 12 months of NR‑P experience after graduation. The position requires onsite presence with 24/7 coverage, including holidays.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited NREMT program.
• Current and valid certification as an NREMT, NRAEMT, or NRP from the National Registry or equivalent state EMT certification.
• Active certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Valid emergency vehicle/ambulance operator license.
• At least twelve (12) months of experience as an NR-P after graduation.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced pre‑hospital and inter‑facility critical care transport for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuous and safe patient care during emergency and routine transports.
• Utilize advanced clinical skills and judgment in high‑acuity healthcare settings.
• Serve as a core member of a Specialty Care Team, delivering comprehensive clinical care to critically ill patients.
• Conduct long‑distance critical care patient transfers to higher‑level hospitals and medical centers.

Job description

If you are seeking a dynamic opportunity to serve on the front lines of critical care, consider joining Decypher as a Paramedic (NREMT, NRP). As an integral member of a Specialty Care Team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the health and readiness of service members, veterans, and their families. Decypher is partnered with the Defense Health Agency and has built a reputation since 2008 for empowering healthcare professionals with meaningful work and rewarding career paths. This full-time Paramedic (NREMT, NRP) role offers unique exposure to advanced clinical environments and the chance to make a significant impact every day.

Working as a Paramedic (NREMT, NRP) in Portsmouth, VA, you will deliver advanced critical care to adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients during high-acuity inter-facility transports and emergency operations. Your expertise will ensure the safe and continuous care of patients as you collaborate closely with multidisciplinary medical teams in high-pressure situations. The team values your ability to perform advanced procedures, utilize specialized medical equipment, and demonstrate expert clinical judgment.

As a Paramedic (NREMT, NRP), you will need to maintain up-to-date certifications and licensure, including NREMT, NRP, Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). A minimum of twelve months of post-graduate experience as an NR-P is required, ensuring you bring both the knowledge and the hands‑on skills necessary for this vital role. Attention to detail and adherence to protocols are essential, especially when administering critical care drugs, performing life‑saving procedures, and documenting your interventions accurately.

The work environment is fast‑paced and demanding, requiring flexibility to work shifts that cover 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, including holidays. Onsite presence at the medical center ensures immediate response capability and fosters close collaboration with fellow healthcare professionals. The Portsmouth, VA area offers a vibrant community and access to a range of amenities, enhancing your work‑life balance while supporting those who serve our nation.

Decypher values diversity and inclusivity and is committed to providing equal opportunities for all qualified candidates.

Paramedic (NREMT, NRP) - Summary

• Provide advanced pre‑hospital and inter‑facility critical care transport for adult, pediatric, and neonatal patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuous and safe patient care during emergency and routine transports.
• Utilize advanced clinical skills and judgment in high‑acuity healthcare settings.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Serve as a core member of a Specialty Care Team, delivering comprehensive clinical care to critically ill patients.
• Conduct long‑distance critical care patient transfers to higher‑level hospitals and medical centers.
• Administer critical care medications, monitor infusion equipment, and calculate accurate dosages.
• Operate and maintain specialized medical equipment, such as resuscitators, defibrillators, electrocardiographs, and ventilation devices.
• Perform complex procedures, including Rapid Sequence Induction, cardioversion, and surgical cricothyrotomy.
• Manage traumatic injuries, provide pediatric and obstetric care, perform emergency childbirth, and carry out newborn resuscitation.
• Inventory, clean, disinfect, and restock medical supplies and equipment after each patient call.
• Assist the Emergency Department with patient assessments, medication administration, blood sampling, intravenous access, and intubation.
• Document all care, medications, and procedures in line with established protocols and charting procedures.

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive compensation with a $1,000 sign‑on bonus.
• Comprehensive employment benefits package.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement within a respected healthcare organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited NREMT program.
• Current and valid certification as an NREMT, NRAEMT, or NRP from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians or equivalent state EMT certification.
• Active certifications in BLS, ACLS, and PALS.
• Valid emergency vehicle/ambulance operator license.
• At least twelve (12) months of experience as an NR-P after graduation.

Ideal Candidate Snapshot

• Demonstrates advanced clinical judgment and critical thinking in high‑acuity situations.
• Proficient with specialized medical equipment and advanced life‑saving procedures.
• Collaborative, adaptable, and able to excel in a multidisciplinary team environment.
• Detail‑oriented, with strong documentation and communication skills.
• Dedicated to providing compassionate patient care and improving patient outcomes.

Other Relevant Information

• The Paramedic (NREMT, NRP) role requires onsite presence and flexible scheduling, including 24/7 coverage and holiday shifts.
• Located in Portsmouth, VA, offering a supportive work environment and access to local amenities.
• Decypher is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce (M/F/D/V).