Paramedic - Pediatric Emergency Department - Rotating

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by April 30, 2026.

Job summary

VCU Health in Richmond, Virginia, is hiring for the role of ED Technician II. The candidate will assist with various patient care activities under the supervision of medical professionals. Key responsibilities include providing comfort care, maintaining a safe environment, and performing diagnostic tasks. Candidates must hold a valid EMT-P/Paramedic certification in Virginia and complete an accredited EMT-P course. This position requires flexible working hours across all shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• Current EMT-P/Paramedic certification/licensure in Virginia.
• Demonstrate knowledge to provide appropriate care.
• Successful completion of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic course.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care and comfort activities.
• Maintain a clean and safe environment.
• Perform selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks.

Skills

Patient care

EMT-P/Paramedic certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Hazardous materials handling

Education

Completion of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic course

Job description

$2,500 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by April 30, 2026. Terms and Conditions apply

Under the supervision of a licensed physician medical director and a manager, the ED Technician II performs and assists with a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities. These include assistance with activities of daily living, comfort care and nutritional support, and performance of selected diagnostic and therapeutic tasks and procedures as directed. Indirect patient care activities include maintaining a clean safe environment, ensuring adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, and data collection as pertinent to the patient population.

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Hire

• Current EMT-P/Paramedic certification/licensure in Virginia
• AHA ACLS Certification

Licensure, Certification, Or Registration Requirements For Continued Employment

• Current EMT-P/Paramedic certification/licensure in Virginia
• AHA ACLS Certification
• AHA PALS Certification or equivalent within 90 days of hiring
• NAEMT PHTLS, ACS ATLS or equivalent preferred

Experience REQUIRED

• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide appropriate care within the scope of practice of an AEMT, EMT-Intermediate, Paramedic – or MMAC Qualified Combat Medic/68W, Corpsman or Medical Technician/4NOX.

Experience PREFERRED

• 1 year of active pre-hospital service
• Previous hazardous materials experience

Education/training REQUIRED

• Successful completion of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic course.

Independent Action(s) Required

May function independently under protocols approved by VCUHS Medical Director and hospital and departmental policy/procedure. Functions under direction of a licensed independent practitioner in providing patient care, emotional support, and problem solving; all in accordance with hospital and unit policy/procedure. Functions under departmental Standards of Practice (SOP) in the communications room and in the role of patient transport in collaboration with RN and Physician colleagues. Job duties may include the handling, transportation, access to and/or contact with medications and related supplies.

Additional Position Requirements

Works all three shifts, weekends and holidays. Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your manager. Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and/or as needed.

Age Specific groups served: N/A

Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)

Physical: Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Other: exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities: Prolonged standing, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion
Mental/Sensory: Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change
Rotating

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