Ambulance Attendant ALS-PRN

UVA Health • Culpeper, VA

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About The Position

Ambulance Attendant - ALS Job Code: NU5031 PRN Varies 6a-6p, 1p-1a, 6p-6a ABOUT US We are welcoming a new era in healthcare where achieving good health is just the beginning. At UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper, we believe in caring for the whole person by getting to know – and making connections with – our patients. By combining the talent and expertise of our people, the breadth of capabilities across our system, and our commitment to helping our communities get better and stay healthy, we are improving the patient experience. As a UVA Health Northern VA & Culpeper team member, you will have a voice in patient care decisions, support the most advanced medical technologies and feel a strong sense of satisfaction from making a difference in people’s lives every day. JOB TYPE Classification: Non Exempt Supervises Positions: JOB SUMMARY Performs and or assists in transporting of patients of all ages from UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper to other health care facilities, nursing care facilities or residence with qualified personnel as mandated by the patient’s condition. QUALIFICATIONS Education: High School Diploma or GED - Required Experience: 2 years of work experience as a cleared ALS provider with a 911 agency, inter-facility, transport agency or equivalent preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details. Licensure: State EMT/Paramedic certification. Advance Life Support Attendant: Paramedic. Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC). Valid Driver's License - must produce acceptable DMV driving record. AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS. Additional Skills/Requirements Required: Must remain calm and organized in emergent situations. Must be available for rotating shifts as required. Must have keen sense of responsibility, ability to make decisions, and work independently. Must have good judgment. Must have basic computer knowledge. Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to interact effectively with the public. Perform IV/IO access including ED. Operate mechanical ventilators. Operate under REMS and department protocols to include special MD orders. Other duties as assigned under the scope of practice of Virginia as a Paramedic. Additional Skills/Requirements Preferred: N/A Competencies The incumbent may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demand Code: Medium to Heavy Physical Demand: The job requires constant standing, frequently walking, and bending/stooping. Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills. Attention to detail and ability to write legibly. Ability to lift/push/pull 100 lbs. For any weight over 35 lbs., use Safe Handling Equipment. This job description may not include all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described. It may be amended at any time at the sole discretion of UVA Community Health. OTHER May require the use of safety equipment, such as HEPA mask, for infection prevention: On call responsibilities as directed: Ability to travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed: Yes Yes Yes

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED - Required
• 2 years of work experience as a cleared ALS provider with a 911 agency, inter-facility, transport agency or equivalent preferred. Refer to the Life Support Training Policy for additional details.
• State EMT/Paramedic certification.
• Advance Life Support Attendant: Paramedic.
• Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC).
• Valid Driver's License - must produce acceptable DMV driving record.
• AHA BLS, ACLS, PALS.
• Must remain calm and organized in emergent situations.
• Must be available for rotating shifts as required.
• Must have keen sense of responsibility, ability to make decisions, and work independently.
• Must have good judgment.
• Must have basic computer knowledge.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Must be able to interact effectively with the public.

Nice To Haves

• N/A

Responsibilities

• Performs and or assists in transporting of patients of all ages from UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper to other health care facilities, nursing care facilities or residence with qualified personnel as mandated by the patient’s condition.
• Perform IV/IO access including ED.
• Operate mechanical ventilators.
• Operate under REMS and department protocols to include special MD orders.
• Other duties as assigned under the scope of practice of Virginia as a Paramedic.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED