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Priority Patient Transport

Roanoke EMT-B FT Days (2-2-3 Rotation)

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What they do

An Emergency Medical Technician assesses injuries and illnesses and administers basic emergency medical care. May transport injured or sick persons to medical facilities.

$42,245 / year median in Virginia

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

Roanoke
  • EMT-B
  • FT Days (2-2-3 Rotation) Priority Patient Transport
  • 2.8 Roanoke, VA Job Details Full-time $20.50
  • $24.
00 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications Patient resuscitation CPR Certification Phone communication BLS Certification Moving English Driving AED operation Patient interaction Emergency communication EMT-B Full Job Description Job Overview Priority Patient Transport is seeking EMT-Basic providers for our new Roanoke location . This position follows a 2-2-3 rotating daylight schedule , providing a consistent rotation with regularly scheduled days off.
Pay Range:
$20.50
  • 24.
00 per hour Applicants must hold a current Virginia EMT certification or be eligible for reciprocity prior to hire. Priority Patient Transport is a full-service medical transport agency with more than 15 years of service across Virginia. We provide interfacility and medical transport at multiple levels of care and are committed to clinical excellence, operational professionalism, and team-based patient care. Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education are available to support long-term career development. We Offer Competitive wages and full benefits for full-time employees Company-provided uniforms, including footwear Incentives toward EMT-related education and certifications Continuing Education (CE) hours to maintain certification Minimum Qualifications Must be at least 18 years of age Must have an approved driving record (or approval by company insurance underwriters) Must have a clean criminal background history Must pass a 10-panel drug screening Must hold a current CPR certification Must hold a current Virginia EMT-Basic certification (or be eligible for reciprocity) The EMT-Basic must demonstrate competency in handling emergencies utilizing basic life support (BLS) equipment and skills in accordance with the U.S. Department of Transportation National EMS Education Standards for EMTs , including the ability to: Verbally communicate in person, via telephone, and telecommunications using the English language Hear spoken information from coworkers, patients, physicians, and dispatchers, and recognize common emergency scene sounds Lift, carry, and balance up to 125 pounds (250 with assistance), at a height of 33 inches, and a distance of 10 feet Read and comprehend written materials under stressful conditions Accurately document patient information in prescribed formats Demonstrate manual dexterity and fine motor skills to perform all tasks related to safe, quality patient care Bend, stoop, crawl, and walk on uneven surfaces Meet minimum vision requirements to operate a motor vehicle within the state Description of Tasks Receive dispatch calls, verbally acknowledge, identify the most expeditious route, and observe traffic ordinances Park safely upon arrival and perform scene size-up to determine safety, mechanism of injury/illness, and number of patients Take precautions to protect patients and bystanders; use body substance isolation techniques to prevent contamination Inspect for medical identification emblems, bracelets, or cards that provide emergency medical information Assess patients to determine the nature and extent of illness or injury; provide emergency care based on findings Perform EMT-Basic skills including airway management, ventilation, suctioning, cardiac resuscitation, and AED use Provide prehospital emergency care for trauma, shock, hemorrhage, immobilization, and splinting Manage medical patients including childbirth, cardiac, respiratory, diabetic, allergic, behavioral, and poisoning emergencies Perform interventions and assist patients with prescribed medications (e.g., nitroglycerin, epinephrine auto-injectors, and inhalers) Administer oxygen, oral glucose, and activated charcoal as appropriate Reassure patients and bystanders by working in a confident, efficient manner Function effectively in varied environmental conditions (light/dark, heat/cold, moisture) Operate safely and efficiently under stressful situations Perform extrication as necessary using proper techniques and equipment for safe patient removal Handle crime scenes and prehospital deaths in accordance with regulations, preserving property and evidence Lift and move patients safely into the ambulance and provide ongoing care en route Determine the most appropriate facility for patient transport and communicate findings and treatments to receiving staff Observe patients during transport and provide continuous care per medical control or protocol Complete accurate and detailed written and verbal patient care reports Dispose of contaminated materials, decontaminate vehicle interiors, and restock supplies Maintain ambulance readiness, including cleanliness, fuel, fluid levels, and tire pressure Check all medical equipment for readiness and complete daily Truck Check-Off forms Attend required continuing education and refresher training programs Maintain current CPR and EMT-Basic certifications (renew prior to expiration) Arrive on time for scheduled shifts in proper uniform Communicate professionally with supervisors, coworkers, dispatch, patients, families, and facility staff Respond to transports promptly, efficiently, and safely Meet all qualifications within the functional job analysis for the EMT-Basic role Join the Priority Patient Transport Team At Priority Patient Transport , you'll join a supportive, patient-focused team that values professionalism, growth, and quality care. As we expand into the Roanoke Valley , this is an opportunity to join the team at our newest location and be part of Priority's continued growth across Virginia. Whether you're beginning your EMS career or looking for your next opportunity, we provide resources to learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. For more information, email Click "" below to start the application proces No Exam Required