What are the responsibilities and job description for the EMT or AEMT - Emergency Medical Services (Medic V) position at The Rector & Visitors of the University of Virginia?
Answer the Call. Save Lives. Join the Medic V Team at UVA Health.
If you're driven by purpose, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference-this is your moment. UVA Health's Medic V Team, based at 1205 Stoney Ridge Road, Charlottesville VA 22902, is looking for dedicated EMTs and AEMTs ready to deliver life-saving care across Central Virginia.
As part of UVA's Medical Transportation Network-built on the legacy of Pegasus-you'll be joining a team known for its excellence, camaraderie, and unwavering commitment to patient safety.
What You'll Do:
- Assess and treat ill and injured patients in accordance with UVA Health and regional EMS protocols.
- Maintain safety as a top priority throughout all aspects of care and transport.
- Identify opportunities for improved care, contributing to continuous quality improvement.
- Collaborate effectively with peers, patients, and healthcare teams while upholding professional standards.
- Ensure vehicles are cleaned, stocked, and ready after each transport or event.
- Stay current with required certifications, continuing education, and departmental in-services.
- Represent UVA Health's legacy of excellence, built on decades of trusted emergency medical service through the Pegasus and Medic V programs.
Why You Should Join UVA Health:
At UVA Health, you're not just clocking in-you're answering a call to serve. The Medic V Team offers a supportive, mission-driven culture where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is felt every day. Whether you're stabilizing a patient in the field or coordinating with hospital teams, you'll be part of something bigger: a legacy of care, compassion, and community.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent required.
- Experience: None
- Licensure/Certifications: Certified as a Health Emergency Medical Technician in the Commonwealth of Virginia required. Valid Driver's License (VADL) and at least 2 years of driving experience required. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required. EVOC certification and be a released driver to transport patients required within 90 days of hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent
- Experience: No previous advanced life support experience required. At least one year of relevant BLS experience preferred.
- Licensure/Certifications: Virginia Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced or EMT-Enhanced preferred. Successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Level II or higher prior to start date or within 90 days of employment. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
Physical Demands - Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, climbing (ladder, steps), and driving. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, cold, heat, noise, outdoor climate, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
Onboarding Requirements
Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.
The starting base rate for this role is $19.00 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
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