AMBULANCE ATTENDANT - BLS-PRN
About The Position
The Ambulance Attendant transports 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 may involve additional duties as assigned, on-call responsibilities, and travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed. Safety equipment, such as a HEPA mask, may be required for infection prevention. The role requires availability for 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 position is PRN with varying shifts and pays a base rate of $25.41 per hour; applicable incentive compensation may be additional.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- EMT-Basic credential.
- 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.
- Availability for rotating shifts as required.
- Keen sense of responsibility and ability to make decisions and work independently.
- Good judgment and basic computer knowledge.
- Effective verbal and written communication in English and ability to interact effectively with the public.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of constant standing, frequent walking, bending or stooping, and lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 100 pounds. Safe Handling Equipment must be used for any weight over 35 pounds.
- Proficient communicative, auditory, and visual skills; attention to detail; and ability to write legibly.
Nice To Haves
- One year of related work experience is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Transport or assist in 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.
- Carry out on-call responsibilities as directed.
- Travel between campus buildings, remote facilities, and out of town as needed.
- Work six shifts per six-week schedule, including at least two weekend shifts, and two holidays annually, including at least one end-of-year holiday.
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Education Level
High school or GED
