Paramedic , Emergency Department, Full-Time. Flexible Shift

Emergency Department TechnicianEmergency medicine demands professionals who can think critically, adapt quickly, and provide exceptional care when patients need it most. As an Emergency Department Technician at UVA Health, you'll play a vital role in supporting patient care within one of the hospital's most dynamic and high-acuity clinical environments. This role offers the opportunity to utilize your EMT training in a hospital-based emergency setting while working alongside physicians, nurses, residents, therapists, and other healthcare professionals. The Role As an Emergency Department Technician, you will be an integral member of a highly collaborative care team serving a diverse patient population across a fast-paced Emergency Department. This is a 100% patient-facing position where no two days are alike, and every shift presents opportunities to learn, contribute, and positively impact patient outcomes. Obtain vital signs and perform 12-lead EKGsPlace peripheral IVs and collect laboratory specimensAssist with wound care and clinical proceduresSupport patient mobility, hygiene, and comfort needsAssist with catheter-related proceduresMonitor patient conditions and communicate concerns to clinical teamsSupport EMS arrivals and patient stabilizationParticipate in trauma activations and emergency response workflowsAssist with patient movement and overall department operationsPartner closely with nurses, providers, and interdisciplinary team members to ensure safe, efficient, and compassionate patient careEmergency Department Technicians rotate through multiple areas of the department, including trauma care areas, triage support, behavioral health environments, and patient flow operations. Full-time team members typically work three 12-hour shifts per week, allowing for meaningful work-life balance while remaining fully immersed in emergency medicine.At UVA Health, you'll have the opportunity to practice within one of the nation's leading academic health systems while working alongside some of healthcare's most talented clinicians, educators, and researchers. For Emergency Department Technicians, this role offers a unique clinical experience that extends well beyond traditional EMT practice. The department values technicians as critical contributors to patient care and provides opportunities to develop advanced clinical skills while participating in the care of patients across the full spectrum of emergency medicine.Expanded hospital-based EMT scope of practice, including IV placement, specimen collection, procedural support, and advanced patient care responsibilitiesExposure to trauma care, emergency medicine, behavioral health, and critical care populationsDirect collaboration with physicians, nurses, residents, respiratory therapists, social workers, physical therapists, and other interdisciplinary professionalsExceptional mentorship and coaching from experienced clinical leaders and healthcare providersA welcoming, supportive culture built on teamwork, accountability, compassion, and mutual respectLeadership committed to employee success, professional development, and staff wellbeingStrong opportunities for skill development that support future careers in nursing, medicine, physician assistant studies, paramedicine, and other healthcare professionsA learning-centered environment where growth, curiosity, and continuous improvement are encouragedThe Emergency Department is actively investing in its future through expanded leadership support, additional educational resources, and continued focus on workforce development. This commitment creates an outstanding opportunity for EMTs seeking both immediate clinical impact and long-term career growth.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEducation: High School Graduate or EquivalentExperience: No experience requiredLicensure: American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS Certification required. Certified Nursing Assistant in the Commonwealth of VirginiaEmergency Medical Technician in the Commonwealth of VirginiaMilitary Corpsmen/Medic (Combat Medic Specialist / Tactical Combat Casualty Care / Tactical Paramedic) NREMT certification or Tactical Responder CertificationLPN license in the Commonwealth of VirginiaGraduate of a certified nursing programPatient Care Technician Certification, preferred National Center of Competency TestingCurrently enrolled student nurses who have successfully completed the Clinical Experience and DidacticPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Emergency Medical Technician in the Commonwealth of VirginiaThe pay range for this role is $16.07 - $24.36 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires frequently bending/stooping and driving (Home Health Aide only). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Ability to lift/push/pull 20 - 50lbs and 100lbs (Home Health Aide only). May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.Medical, Dental, and Vision InsurancePaid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement SavingsHealth Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending AccountsCertification and education supportGenerous Paid Time OffUVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.