Career guide · Virginia
How to Become a Female EMT / Paramedic in Virginia
9 active openings· pay $46k–$92k/yr
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Get your free EMT / Paramedic readiness assessmentVirginia EMT / Paramedic requirements
The core documents and certifications most Virginia departments expect from emt / paramedic candidates:
- ✓Valid driver's license
- ✓Birth certificate or passport
- ✓High school diploma / GED
- ✓EMT-Basic certification
- ✓AEMT or Paramedic cert (if req.)
- ✓CPR / BLS certification
- ✓NREMT card / State EMS license
- ✓Physical exam clearance letter
- ✓Background check authorization
EMS Physical Readiness Assessment fitness standards
EMS Physical Readiness Assessment benchmarks. Women pass these at high rates when they train to them specifically — here are the minimum and target numbers:
| Event | Minimum | Target |
|---|---|---|
| Push-Ups | 20 reps | 35 reps |
| Sit-Ups (1 min) | 20 reps | 35 reps |
| 1.5-Mile Run | 16:30 | 14:00 |
| Functional Lift (Patient Weight) | 125 lbs | 165 lbs |
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Open emt / paramedic jobs in Virginia
9 live openings, updated weekly from official agency boards.
Firefighter (Paramedic)
Department of the Army · Fort Lee, Virginia, VA
FIREFIGHTER (INTERMEDIATE LIFE SUPPORT)
Department of the Navy · Virginia Beach, Virginia, VA
Firefighter (Paramedic)
Department of the Army · Fort Lee, Virginia, VA
Supervisory Firefighter (Paramedic)
Department of Defense · Richmond, Virginia, VA
Paramedic (EMT)
Fire Rescue Services · As assigned, VA
Paramedic (EMT)
Fire Rescue Services · As assigned, VA
Emergency Vehicle Operator/ EMT Transport PRN
MedStar Talent Group · Alexandria, VA
Lieutenant / Assistant Fire Marshal
Fire · City of Roanoke Fire-EMS Department - 713 Third Street SW, VA
Emergency Medical Technician
Constitutional Offices · Danville Courts Building, VA
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