Who We AreValley 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 regions 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 Paramedic is responsible for providing safe, high-quality, and customer-focused medical transportation up to the advanced life support level to and from medical facilities, under the direction of Valley Medical Transports dispatch center and the Operations Manager.What You Will Bring:EducationHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredCertification & LicensuresValid driver's license RequiredDOT Medical Examiner's certificate DOT Medical Examiner's certificateBLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Healthcare Provider (HCP) - AHA approved requiredEMT Paramedic for primary state RequiredEMT Paramedic for secondary state within 12 months of hire date or 10/1/2016 whichever is later Required Must satisfy the requirements for and maintain a valid drivers license. Must satisfy the requirements for a DOT equivalent physical examination to obtain and maintain a Medical Examiners 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- Paramedic or equivalent) certification required. Certification and ability to provide care at that level in approved secondary state. EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operators Certificate) or approved equivalent required. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) course completion or approved equivalent required. PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) course completion or approved equivalent required within six months of employment.New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.QualificationsMust be 18 years of age. 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 companys insurance carrier. Must be able to accurately perform pharmacological calculations.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 Insurancesome benefits are subject to change due to job statusWe 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.EOECriminal Background ChecksVA State Police and/or WV State Background and Fingerprinting (WV Cares) (applicable state)3rd party Background CheckFLSA ClassificationNon-exemptGrade112Physical Demands10 A Emergency MedicalINDD2by Jobble