Valley Health System is hiring: Emergency Medical Technician - Full Time in Virginia

Job Description: The EMT is responsible for providing safe, high-quality, and customer-focused medical transportation up to the basic life support level to and from medical facilities, under the direction of Valley Medical Transport’s dispatch center and the Operations Manager. EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent is required. Certification & LicensuresEMS Certification for primary state - EMT Basic or equivalent is required. EMT Certification in approved secondary state within 12 months of DOH or 10/1/16 whichever is later. EMT Certification in approved secondary state within 12 months of DOH or 10/1/16 whichever is later. Valid driver's license is required. AHA CPR is required. BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required. * New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. DOT Medical Certificate is required. EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Certificate) is required and will be provided during orientation. Must satisfy the requirements for and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must satisfy the requirements for a DOT equivalent physical examination to obtain and maintain a Medical Examiner’s Certificate, as well as submit to periodic drug screenings, as defined by applicable federal, state, and VH policies & regulations. Current state EMS certification for primary state of assignment (EMT- Basic or equivalent) certification required. Certification and ability to provide care at that level in approved secondary state.

Qualifications: Must be 18 years of age. Must be able to accurately perform pharmacological calculations. Basic level ability navigating in Microsoft Windows and ability to accurately gather and enter data into an electronic medical record in a timely manner. Must have and maintain a driving record that is acceptable to the company’s insurance carrier. BenefitsA Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more.