Ambulance Attendant - Bls-Prn

UVA Health • Culpeper, VA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Ambulance Attendant performs 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 role is classified as non-exempt and PRN, with varying shifts. The attendant may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned. On-call responsibilities may be directed, and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town may be needed. Safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, may be required for infection prevention.

The role requires availability for rotating shifts, six shifts per six-week schedule including at least two weekend shifts, and two holidays annually. At least one scheduled holiday must be an end-of-year holiday: Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Day. The base compensation is $25.41 per hour; this rate excludes any applicable incentive compensation, such as shift differentials, clinical ladders, and other incentives available to eligible positions.

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.
• Remain calm and organized in emergent situations.
• Be available for rotating shifts as required, including six shifts per six-week schedule with at least two weekend shifts.
• Be available to work two holidays annually; at least one must be Thanksgiving, Christmas Day, or New Year’s Day.
• Demonstrate responsibility, decision-making ability, independence, and good judgment.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing, and interact effectively with the public.
• Meet physical demands that include constant standing, frequent walking and bending/stooping, and the ability to lift, push, or pull 100 pounds. For weights over 35 pounds, use Safe Handling Equipment.
• Have proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills, attention to detail, and the 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 other healthcare facilities, nursing care facilities, or residences, with qualified personnel as required by the patient’s condition.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
• Fulfill directed on-call responsibilities.
• Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED