About The Position

Responsible for performing emergency medical treatment communication and transport to the Medical Center. The EMT-Basic is an entry-level basic life support professional who is capable of functioning independently at the basic life support level but is still focused on gaining knowledge and experience. Answer the Call. Save Lives. Join the Medic V Team at UVA Health. If you're driven by purpose, thrive in fast-paced environments, and want to be part of a team that truly makes a difference—this is your moment. UVA Health’s Medic V Team, based at 1205 Stoney Ridge Road, Charlottesville VA 22902, is looking for dedicated EMTs and AEMTs ready to deliver life-saving care across Central Virginia. As part of UVA’s Medical Transportation Network—built on the legacy of Pegasus—you’ll be joining a team known for its excellence, camaraderie, and unwavering commitment to patient safety. What You’ll Do: Assess and treat ill and injured patients in accordance with UVA Health and regional EMS protocols. Maintain safety as a top priority throughout all aspects of care and transport. Identify opportunities for improved care, contributing to continuous quality improvement. Collaborate effectively with peers, patients, and healthcare teams while upholding professional standards. Ensure vehicles are cleaned, stocked, and ready after each transport or event. Stay current with required certifications, continuing education, and departmental in-services. Represent UVA Health’s legacy of excellence, built on decades of trusted emergency medical service through the Pegasus and Medic V programs. Why You Should Join UVA Health: At UVA Health, you’re not just clocking in—you’re answering a call to serve. The Medic V Team offers a supportive, mission-driven culture where your skills are valued, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is felt every day. Whether you're stabilizing a patient in the field or coordinating with hospital teams, you’ll be part of something bigger: a legacy of care, compassion, and community.

Requirements

  • High School Graduate or Equivalent required.
  • Certified as a Health Emergency Medical Technician in the Commonwealth of Virginia required.
  • Valid Driver’s License (VADL) and at least 2 years of driving experience required.
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
  • EVOC certification and be a released driver to transport patients required within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

  • Virginia Department of Health Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced or EMT-Enhanced preferred.
  • Successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) Level II or higher prior to start date or within 90 days of employment.
  • American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
  • No previous advanced life support experience required.
  • At least one year of relevant BLS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Assess and treat ill and injured patients in accordance with UVA Health and regional EMS protocols.
  • Maintain safety as a top priority throughout all aspects of care and transport.
  • Identify opportunities for improved care, contributing to continuous quality improvement.
  • Collaborate effectively with peers, patients, and healthcare teams while upholding professional standards.
  • Ensure vehicles are cleaned, stocked, and ready after each transport or event.
  • Stay current with required certifications, continuing education, and departmental in-services.
  • Represent UVA Health’s legacy of excellence, built on decades of trusted emergency medical service through the Pegasus and Medic V programs.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
  • Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Certification and education support
  • Generous Paid Time Off
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