EMT - Basic Non-Emergency

Job Description

Job Description

New Full-Time Starting Rate $22.00 per hour ($49,192 annually) + $3.00 an hour

(One-Year Commitment to Non-Emergency Truck)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Emergency Medical Technician is an integral member of RAA’s Field Operations, delivering expert basic life support across both 9-1-1 and scheduled transport missions. Reporting to the Field Operations Lieutenant, the EMT ensures vehicle and equipment readiness through EVOC-certified operations and rigorous inspections. Operating under Virginia EMT scope and RAA protocols, the EMT performs comprehensive patient assessment, protocol-driven interventions, and safe stretcher and powered-lift techniques. The EMT functions seamlessly within the Incident Command System during large-scale incidents. Committed to continuous quality improvement. The EMT maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care and CAD updates, participates in data-driven peer reviews, and upholds HIPAA, OSHA, and agency safety standards while consistently demonstrating exemplary professional conduct, including proper uniform appearance, patient confidentiality, and culturally competent, unbiased care on every call.

POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Common Responsibilities

• Ensure vehicle and equipment readiness through daily inspections and EVOC-certified operation
• Perform safe stretcher transfers and operate powered-lift devices to protect patient and provider safety
• Operate within the Virginia EMT-Basic scope of practice and follow all agency protocols, SOPs, and HIPAA requirements
• Complete accurate and timely Patient Care Reports (PCRs) and update CAD statuses for all calls
• Complete and maintain required Bloodborne Pathogen and OSHA safety training, including annual refreshers
• Operate emergency warning devices (lights and sirens) in compliance with agency policy and state law
• Demonstrate professional conduct, respectful communication, and unbiased care for all patients
• Account for medications in accordance with RAA policy and Virginia Board of Pharmacy regulations
• Report equipment malfunctions, safety hazards, or unusual incidents immediately to the Field Operations Lieutenant
• Participate in quality assurance reviews and Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives
• Commit to ongoing professional development by fulfilling continuing education and internal skill-maintenance requirements

Patient Advocacy & Community Interaction

DUTY ASSIGNMENT

EMT’s at Richmond Ambulance Authority declare their status as either emergent or non-emergent at the time of hire or through a status change request for existing employees. Every effort is made to align the employee with their selection based on available vacancies and budgetary constraints.

Emergent (911 System Response) : Primarily assigned to emergent duties; will occasionally perform non-emergent scheduled transport duties as needed.

Non-Emergent (Scheduled Transport) : Assigned solely to non-emergent transports; will perform emergent duties only when the High-Incident Response plan is activated or during a declared MCI.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

PERFORMANCE EVALUATION

Emergency Medical Technicians are evaluated bi-annually by the Field Operations Captain or Lieutenant on clinical performance, protocol adherence, documentation accuracy, professionalism, operational efficiency, and participation in QA activities.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT