PARAMEDIC - Giles Transport

Job Details

Employment Status:
Full time.

Shift: Day.

Location:

175 Industrial Park Rd, Pearisburg, VA. Requisition Number: R158345. Position:
Paramedic – Giles Transport (Open).

The Paramedic administers life support care and transports patients in pre‑hospital settings as authorized and directed by a physician.

• Perform acute and non-acute care in ground and/or air transport, responding to medical emergencies in a 911 setting.
• Provide cardiac, trauma support, and initial treatment at the emergency scene, assessing patient responses and making necessary adjustments.
• Administer life‑support interventions such as intubation, defibrillation, and operative ACLS protocols.
• Initiate IV medications and invasive or non‑invasive treatments for life‑threatening arrhythmias, respiratory compromise, shock, and trauma, including pediatric care.
• Observe, record, and report patient conditions and responses to physicians or command center leaders.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of treatment techniques, protocol changes, and new drugs.
• Prepare required reports and maintain activity records.
• Gather patient information for insurance billing and understand covered versus non‑covered charges.
• Coordinate activities with external entities when necessary.
• Inspect assigned units daily, keep supplies stocked, and report malfunctions to the in‑house mechanic.
• Transport patients to hospitals or non‑hospital sites while observing safety guidelines.

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• No prior experience required.
• Certified in the state of Virginia as a Paramedic.
• Licensure: AHA BLS‑HCP; ACLS, PALS, Haz‑Mat Awareness, NRP, and PHTLS or BTLS certification required within one year of hire.
• Advanced transport medical knowledge and driving record maintained.
• Continuing education hours to meet state and national recertification standards.
• Excellent communication skills with staff, peers, patients, and families.
• Ability to write concise reports with numerical data.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with applicable software.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Employer‑funded pension plan, vested after five years (voluntary 403B).
• Paid time off, accrued from day one.
• On‑site fitness studios and discounts to Carilion Wellness centers.
• Access to health and wellness app, Virgin Pulse.
• Discounts on childcare.
• Continued education and training support.

Carilion Clinic is an Equal Opportunity

Employer:

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age (40 or older), disability, genetic information, or veterans status. Carilion is a Drug‑Free Workplace.