Who We Are
Valley Health System is a not-for-profit network of hospitals, urgent cares, physician practices, and services. Expanding across Virginia, West Virginia, and Maryland, we are devoted to the health of all who call our 18-county area home.
A vital resource for healthcare, we are the region’s largest employer, a dependable community partner, and are at the leading edge of clinical innovations.
We are looking for passionate, innovative, and caring people who will each bring their unique skills and perspectives to our workplace.
What You Will Do:
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.
What You Will Bring:
Education
High School Diploma or equivalent required
BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) course completion or equivalent required.
Certification & Licensures
EMS Certification for primary state - EMT Basic or equivalent 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 Required
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required *
EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Certificate) or approved equivalent Required 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 * New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation. DOT Medical Certificate required.
Qualifications
Must be 21 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.
What You Will Get:

• Competitive salary
• Flexible scheduling
• Onsite Childcare (available at some locations)
• Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Wellness Program
• Tuition Assistance
• Retirement Plan
• Life Insurance

*some benefits are subject to change due to job status
We celebrate, support, and thrive on our differences for the benefit of our employees, our patients, and the communities we serve.
We are neighbors caring for neighbors, and our goal is always to help those we serve get well, feel well, and stay well.
EOE
Criminal Background Checks
VA State Police and/or WV State Background and Fingerprinting (WV Cares) (applicable state)
3rd party Background Check
WVOEMS - WV MorphoTrust Fingerprinting (Completed by department) or VAOEMS - VA MorphoTrust Fingerprinting (Completed by department)
FLSA Classification
Non-exempt
Grade
107
Physical Demands
10 A Emergency Medical