Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Join a Team That Makes a Difference Every Day

Are you an EMT who wants to make a real impact in your community? Bassett Rescue Squad is seeking compassionate, motivated, and professional Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT-Bs) to join our growing team.

Whether you're an experienced provider or a newly certified EMT looking to build your career, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside dedicated EMS professionals who are committed to delivering exceptional emergency medical care throughout our community.

Full-Time and Part-Time Positions Available

About the Position

As an EMT-B with Bassett Rescue Squad, you will provide basic life support (BLS) care and transportation services to patients in emergency and non-emergency situations. You will respond to 911 calls, assist ALS providers, operate emergency vehicles, and help ensure that our crews are always mission-ready.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding to emergency and non-emergency medical calls
• Assessing and treating patients within the Virginia EMT scope of practice
• Providing CPR, AED use, oxygen administration, splinting, and other BLS interventions
• Safely transporting patients to appropriate healthcare facilities
• Assisting Paramedics and Advanced Life Support providers
• Completing electronic patient care reports accurately and timely
• Maintaining ambulances, equipment, and supplies
• Participating in training, community events, and emergency preparedness activities
• Delivering compassionate, respectful care to patients and families

QualificationsRequired

• High School Diploma or GED
• Current Virginia EMT Certification (or ability to obtain Virginia recognition)
• Current Healthcare Provider CPR/BLS Certification
• Valid Driver's License
• Ability to meet agency credentialing and employment requirements

Preferred

• Previous EMS or 911 experience
• National Registry EMT Certification
• EVOC Certification
• ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 Training
• Public Safety, Fire/Rescue, or Emergency Services experience

Who We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate is:

• Patient-focused and compassionate
• Dependable and professional
• Calm under pressure
• A team player
• Committed to providing high-quality care
• Ready to serve the community at any time of day or night

Schedule

We are hiring for:

• Full-Time Positions
• Part-Time Positions

Schedules may include day, evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts.

Make a Difference Where You Live!

At Bassett Rescue Squad, our mission is simple: provide exceptional emergency medical services while supporting and protecting the community we serve. Every call matters, every patient matters, and every team member matters.

If you're ready to join a EMS organization where your skills can make a lasting impact, we encourage you to apply today.

Bassett Rescue Squad is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Uniform allowance

Work Location: In person