Pharmacy Paramedic

Chesapeake, Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Chesapeake Fire Department seeks a Pharmacy Paramedic to oversee the department's pharmacy program, ensuring the procurement, storage, and distribution of pharmaceuticals and medical supplies for emergency response. You will support regulatory compliance and inventory management to keep EMS units ready for rapid response.

In this fast-paced role, you will collaborate with firefighters, paramedics, and vendors to continuously improve pharmacy operations and ensure the highest standard of

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED and EMS training; Associates degree preferred.
• Minimum of one year full-time ALS experience at the EMT-Paramedic level with an EMS agency.
• Requires a valid driver's license and Virginia Paramedic certification.
• Employees may be expected to work hours beyond scheduled hours during emergencies.
• Emergency operations support experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the department's pharmaceutical inventory, including receiving, inspecting, storing, tracking, and distributing medications and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, Virginia Board of Pharmacy requirements, DEA standards, and department policies.
• Conduct inventory counts, audits, reconciliations, and quality assurance activities.
• Monitor inventory expiration dates and stock levels to keep units ready.
• Order medications, controlled substances, and supplies to sustain EMS operations.
• Deliver medications and supplies to fire stations and response units city-wide.
• Maintain electronic inventory records and prepare required documentation for inspections.
• Remove expired medications and rotate inventory to support patient safety.
• Maintain a secure, organized pharmacy storage area and vehicles used for delivery.
• Collaborate with firefighters, paramedics, vendors, and leadership to improve pharmacy operations.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates degree preferred

Virginia Paramedic certification

Valid driver's license

Job description

Are you a detail oriented paramedic who is passionate about patient safety and operational excellence? Join the Chesapeake Fire Department as a Pharmacy Paramedic, where you'll play a vital role behind the scenes in supporting emergency medical services across the City.

The Paramedic oversees the department's pharmacy program by managing the procurement, storage, inventory, distribution, and accountability of pharmaceuticals, controlled substances, intravenous fluids, and medical supplies used in emergency response. As the Pharmacy Paramedic, you'll help ensure firefighters and paramedics have immediate access to the medications and supplies they need to provide lifesaving care.

Working in a fast paced, mission driven environment, you'll maintain compliance with federal and state regulations, Virginia Board of Pharmacy requirements, DEA standards, and departmental policies while supporting inventory management, quality assurance, and regulatory readiness. Your work directly contributes to the department's ability to deliver safe, efficient, and high quality emergency medical care to the community every day.

Typical Tasks

• Manage the department's pharmaceutical inventory, including receiving, inspecting, storing, tracking, and distributing medications, controlled substances, intravenous fluids, and medical supplies.
• Ensure compliance with federal regulations, Virginia Board of Pharmacy requirements, DEA standards, the Code of Virginia, and departmental policies governing medication management and controlled substances.
• Conduct inventory counts, audits, reconciliations, and quality assurance activities to maintain accountability and regulatory compliance.
• Monitor medication inventory, expiration dates, and stock levels to ensure emergency response units remain fully equipped and operationally ready.
• Order pharmaceuticals, controlled substances, and medical supplies to maintain uninterrupted EMS operations.
• Deliver medications and medical supplies to fire stations and emergency response apparatus throughout the City.
• Maintain accurate electronic inventory records, prepare reports, and complete required documentation to support inspections, audits, and regulatory compliance.
• Remove expired medications, rotate inventory, and coordinate replacement to support patient safety and operational readiness.
• Maintain a secure, organized, and compliant pharmacy storage area.
• Inspect, clean, and coordinate maintenance of the pharmacy delivery vehicle.
• Collaborate with firefighters, paramedics, vendors, and department leadership to continuously improve pharmacy operations and support exceptional emergency medical services.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

The City of Chesapeake offers an exceptional range of benefits. Please browse our Benefits Brochure, for a full list of benefits and employee perks.

Paramedic

Required Qualifications

Vocational/Educational Requirement: Requires High School Diploma or GED / HSE and formal training, special courses, or self-education equivalent to satisfactory completion of one year of college education or specialized advanced training in EMS, paramedical, pharmacy, or a closely related field. Associates degree is preferred.

Experience: In additional to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of one-year full time (or equivalent) Advanced Life Support experience at the EMT -Paramedic level with an emergency medical services agency (911 response).

Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver's license and a driving record that is in compliance with City Driving Standards. Current Virginia Paramedic certification.

Special Requirement(s): Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• TEMS release
• EVOC 1 & 2