Event Medicine Specialist II (PRN/Wage)

• Provides direct patient care at the ALS level in accordance with Medical Transport Network guidelines and regional EMS Council protocols.
• Documents patient condition and all treatment provided while maintaining patient confidentiality.
• Interfaces effectively with peers and customers and assumes responsibility for professional development of self and others per department policy.
• Ensures that assigned vehicles are cleaned and restocked after each event or patient transport.
• Maintains safety as a primary responsibility throughout all aspects of care and transportation.
• Reports any safety hazards to the Event Supervisor or EMS Field Ops Supervisor as soon as possible.
• Maintains necessary certifications, skills, required continuing education, and mandatory in services.
• In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: High School Graduate or Equivalent.

Experience: One year of ALS-level experience as a released attendant-in-charge.

Licensure: Virginia Department of Health Intermediate or Paramedic certification. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications. Unrestricted Valid Driver's License (VADL) and at least 2 years of driving experience required. Emergency Vehicle Operators Course (EVOC) Class II or higher.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping/traveling, climbing (ladder, steps), and driving. Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull > 100lbs. May be exposed to fumes, chemicals, vibrations, humidity, cold, heat, noise, outdoor climate, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. 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.