AMBULANCE ATTENDANT - BLS
About The Position
The Ambulance Attendant - BLS performs and/or assists with transporting patients of all ages from UVA Health Northern VA Culpeper to other healthcare facilities, nursing care facilities, or residences, with qualified personnel as required by the patient’s condition. The position is classified as non-exempt and is scheduled full-time nights, 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., with rotating weekends. Rotating shifts may be required, along with on-call responsibilities as directed and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed. The attendant may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- EMT-Basic licensure.
- Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC).
- Valid driver’s license and an acceptable DMV driving record.
- AHA BLS certification.
- Must remain calm and organized in emergent situations.
- Must be available for rotating shifts as required.
- Keen sense of responsibility, ability to make decisions and work independently, and good judgment.
- Basic computer knowledge.
- Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact effectively with the public.
- Physical ability to meet medium-to-heavy demands, including constant standing, frequent walking, bending/stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 lbs. Use safe handling equipment for weights over 35 lbs.
- Proficient communication, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
Nice To Haves
- One year of related work experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Perform or assist with transporting patients of all ages to healthcare facilities, nursing care facilities, or residences, with qualified personnel as required by the patient’s condition.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- Fulfill on-call responsibilities as directed.
- Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
