Part-Time Paramedic/EMS Provider

Frederick County (VA) Fire and Rescue Department; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Frederick County VA Fire and Rescue Department is seeking a Part-Time Paramedic/EMS Provider to deliver ALS/BLS emergency medical care in a fast-paced setting. You will join a dedicated team focused on community service and professional development.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, a valid driver’s license for at least 2 years, and current NIMS, CPR, EVOC, and Paramedic certifications. Flexibility for varied shifts, weekends, and on-call work is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum age 18.
• Valid driver's license for at least 2 years.
• Must possess NIMS IC-100, IC-200, IS-700, IS-800 and CPR certifications.
• Must possess Virginia EVOC Class I and II certifications.
• Must possess Virginia Office EMS Paramedic or NR Paramedic certification.
• Must have current AHA ACLS and PALS certifications.

Responsibilities

• Report to duty on time and prepared to begin each shift.
• Respond to emergency incidents and provide high-quality emergency medical care (ALS/BLS).
• Inspect, clean, and maintain rescue apparatus, medical equipment, and related tools.
• Maintain the cleanliness and readiness of assigned fire stations and surroundings.
• Safely drive and operate emergency medical response vehicles.
• Complete patient care reports and required documentation per Department SOPs.
• Participate in required training, continuing education, and professional development.
• Communicate effectively with department personnel, volunteers, partner agencies, and the public.
• Read, interpret, and apply department policies and procedures.

Skills

Driver's license

NIMS IC-100

NIMS IC-200

IS-700

IS-800

CPR certification

EVOC Class I

EVOC Class II

Paramedic certification (VA NR/VA)

AHA ACLS

AHA PALS

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

We are looking for a Part-Time Paramedic/EMS Provider!Join our Fire and Rescue team and make a difference in your community. We're seeking dedicated, compassionate professionals to provide Advanced and Basic Life Support (ALS/BLS) emergency medical care in a fast-paced environment. If you're committed to serving others, thrive under pressure, and are ready to answer the call, we'd love to have you on our team.

What You'll Do:

As a Part-Time Paramedic/EMS Provider, you will:

• Report to duty on time and prepared to begin each shift.
• Respond to emergency incidents and provide high-quality emergency medical care to the sick and injured.
• Inspect, clean, and maintain rescue apparatus, medical equipment, and related tools.
• Maintain the cleanliness and readiness of assigned fire stations and surrounding grounds.
• Safely drive and operate emergency medical response vehicles.
• Complete patient care reports and other required documentation in accordance with Department SOPs.
• Participate in required training, continuing education, and professional development opportunities.
• Communicate effectively with department personnel, volunteer fire and rescue members, partner agencies, and the public.
• Read, interpret, and apply department policies, procedures, and other technical materials.

What We're Looking For:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and have held it for at least 2 years.
• Must possess NIMS IC-100, IC-200, IS-700, IS-800, and CPR certifications.
• Must possess Virginia Department of Fire Programs EVOC Class I and II certifications.
• Must possess a Virginia Office EMS Paramedic or Intermediate certification or a National Registry of EMT’s Paramedic Certification.
• Must have AHA ACLS and PALS certifications that are current.
• Willingness to work a varied schedule, including weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Supplemental Information

Criminal History:

1. Any conviction or plea of guilty or no contest to a felony or any offense that would be a felony if committed in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

2. Any conviction or plea of guilty or no contest to any misdemeanor involving moral turpitude, including but not limited to petit larceny under Section 18.2-96 of the Code of Virginia or any offense involving moral turpitude that would be a misdemeanor if committed in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Crimes of moral turpitude include but are not limited to: fraud, all theft offenses, and perjury.

3. Any conviction or plea of guilty or no contest to any misdemeanor sex offense in the Commonwealth of Virginia, another state, or the United States, including but not limited to sexual battery under Section 18.2-67.4 of the Code Of Virginia or consensual sexual intercourse with a minor 15 or older under clause (ii) of Section 18.2-371 of the Code of Virginia, or domestic assault under Section 18.2-57.2 of the Code of Virginia or any offense that would be domestic assault under the laws of another state or the United States.

4. Any conviction that requires registration in the Virginia Sex Offender Registry.

5. Undetected commission of any of the above crimes, as an adult.

Traffic Violations:

1. Has not held a valid driver’s license for a minimum of two (2) years.

2. Driver’s license suspended or revoked within three years of application.

3. Convicted within the past five years of any of the following:

• Operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• Fleeing or eluding a police officer
• Failure to stop after an accident (hit and run)
• Operating a vehicle with a suspended license
• Participating in a speed contest or drag race
• Reckless driving or driving to endanger
• Violation of state regulations on implied consent

4. Convicted within the past ten years of any of the following:

• Homicide or manslaughter with a motor vehicle
• Theft or use of a motor vehicle in the commission of a felony
• Assault with a motor vehicle
• More than two convictions for motor vehicle moving violations (other than those listed in b above) during the past three years
• Involvement in two or more avoidable (at fault) accidents during the previous three years

Drugs:

1. The illegal sale or distribution of any illegal drugs in the past 7 years.

2. Any use of a controlled substance listed in Schedule I of Title 54.1 of the Code of Virginia in the past five years from the date of application submission is an automatic disqualifier unless you have successfully completed a drug rehabilitation program. This does not include marijuana.

3. Any illegal use of a controlled substance listed in Schedule II of Title 54.1 of the Code of Virginia in the past two years from the date of application submission is an automatic disqualifier unless you have successfully completed a drug rehabilitation program.

4. The illegal use or possession of marijuana or a derivative thereof within the previous twelve months.

Illegal drug is defined as set forth in the Federal Controlled Substances Act, 21 U.S.C. §800 et al. and by the Code of Virginia.

Others:

2. Dishonorable discharge from any military service.

3. Untruthfulness and/or the intentional withholding of information on any application, interview, or paperwork associated with the position. Examples of intentional withholding of information would include deliberate inaccuracies or incomplete statements.

4. Intentional failure to follow the directions outlined in the testing process or relying on others to complete any portion of the testing process.

Note:

This is not intended to be an exhaustive listing of background disqualifiers. Applicants who are successful in the initial testing will undergo a thorough background investigation, including a polygraph examination. Areas of concern will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis within the context of the full investigation/review. Examples of areas of concern may include, but are not limited to:

• Reduction of charges as a result of a plea agreement or other form of sentencing disposition prior to a conviction in any of the aforementioned criminal and driving history categories.
• Crimes committed as a juvenile, including undetected crime.
• Patterns of reckless and/or irresponsible driving.
• Multiple convictions of driving under the influence.
• Illegal drug use or possession that does not fall within the parameters defined above, including the use or possession of prescription drugs without a proper prescription.
• Less than honorable military discharge, erratic work record, or unfavorable employment references.
• Pending litigation or prosecution for criminal offenses must be resolved prior to consideration for employment. Some minor offenses are classified as Class 1 misdemeanors (e.g., littering) but would not result in automatic disqualification.

Convictions of this nature would be evaluated on a case-by-case basis in the context of the full investigation/review.

Physical Demands:

Requires the ability to perform strenuous physical activity, including lifting, carrying, climbing, kneeling, crawling, running, and working on uneven or slippery surfaces. Must be able to work in varying lighting conditions and perform effectively in high-stress emergency environments.

Environmental Conditions:

This position requires working indoors and outdoors in all types of weather, including extreme heat, cold, and other adverse conditions. During emergency responses, employees may be exposed to smoke, infectious diseases, biological hazards, hazardous materials, and other potentially dangerous environments.

To learn more about Frederick County, Virginia employee benefits, please visit the following webpage: https://www.fcva.us/departments/human-resources/employee-benefits

All positions are subject to a criminal background check for any convictions that relate to the job duties and responsibilities. Frederick County Virginia Government is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The County’s EEO Utilization Report is available at www.fcva.us/jobs