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Why Work at RAA?

If you are looking for a fast-paced environment, enjoy serving your community, and have a strong desire to help save lives, then this is the place for you. For decades the Richmond Ambulance Authority has built a national and international reputation for being one of the best EMS systems in the world. RAA constantly strives to be on the cutting edge of technological advancements in the field and our providers get experience and training unmatched by most EMS systems. Our staff members have achieved great success both internally and beyond our organization. If you want to put your training and skills to the test, you will get that opportunity daily at RAA.

We are looking for highly motivated, ambitious, dynamic self-starters who want to grow personally and professionally. We are patient-focused and dedicated to excellent customer service, quality care, and community engagement. We also offer generous benefits and competitive pay. We invite you to explore our website and find out more about us and the benefits of working for a world-class mobile-integrated healthcare system.

RAA is committed to the full utilization of all human resources and to a policy of equal employment opportunity. RAA is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by statute.

CURRENT OPENINGS

At the Richmond Ambulance Authority, we are committed to providing every employee with the tools and support to be successful. Our mission is to provide world-class EMS to our community and to be the employer of choice to our employees. We are committed to excellence and outstanding customer service.

System Status Controller - PRN

This Position Requires an EMT-B Certification

The System Status Controller (SSC) is responsible for real-time monitoring, coordination, and support of emergency medical service (EMS) communications. Under the direction of the Communications Lieutenant, the SSC facilitates effective and timely call triage, unit deployment, status tracking, and coordination with public safety agencies to ensure optimal EMS system performance. The role requires high-level multitasking, attention to detail, and strict adherence to Emergency Medical Dispatch (EMD) protocols based on International Academies of Emergency Dispatch (IAED) standards. This position functions as an integral part of the Communications team and collaborates with other personnel to ensure uninterrupted operational coverage. It may also serve as a training preceptor for new communications staff upon meeting internal qualification standards.

System Status Controller

This Position Requires an EMT-B Certification

Logistics Lieutenant

This position requires a certification of EMT-B.

The Logistics Lieutenant serves as a first-line supervisor responsible for ensuring the operational readiness of Richmond Ambulance Authority’s logistics systems, including equipment, supplies, and medical devices. Working under the direction of the Logistics Captain, the Lieutenant oversees day-to-day support operations, facilitates internal communication, supervises logistics personnel, and ensures the continuous availability of critical supplies and equipment. This role directly impacts clinical effectiveness and field operations by maintaining operational support structures that are dependable, responsive, and mission-ready.

The Lieutenant also acts as the department’s subject matter expert for essential medical devices and may be assigned to coordinate specific programs, including the agency pharmacy or supply management systems. In the absence of the Logistics Captain, the Lieutenant may be designated as Acting Captain to maintain continuity of operations.

EMT-B (Non-Emergency)

The Emergency Medical Technician is an integral member of RAA’s Field Operations, delivering expert basic life support across both 9-1-1 and scheduled transport missions. Reporting to the Field Operations Lieutenant, the EMT ensures vehicle and equipment readiness through EVOC-certified operations and rigorous inspections. Operating under Virginia EMT scope and RAA protocols, the EMT performs comprehensive patient assessment, protocol-driven interventions, and safe stretcher and powered-lift techniques. The EMT functions seamlessly within the Incident Command System during large-scale incidents. Committed to continuous quality improvement. The EMT maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care and CAD updates, participates in data-driven peer reviews, and upholds HIPAA, OSHA, and agency safety standards while consistently demonstrating exemplary professional conduct, including proper uniform appearance, patient confidentiality, and culturally competent, unbiased care on every call.

AEMT (Non-Emergency)

The Emergency Medical Technician – Advanced is an integral member of RAA’s Field Operations, delivering expert basic and advanced life support across both 9-1-1 and scheduled transport missions. Reporting to the Field Operations Lieutenant, the AEMT ensures vehicle and equipment readiness through EVOC-certified operations and rigorous inspections. Operating under Virginia AEMT scope and RAA protocols, the AEMT performs comprehensive patient assessment, protocol-driven interventions, and safe stretcher and powered-lift techniques. The AEMT functions seamlessly within the Incident Command System during large-scale incidents. Committed to continuous quality improvement. The AEMT maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care and CAD updates, participates in data-driven peer reviews, and upholds HIPAA, OSHA, and agency safety standards while consistently demonstrating exemplary professional conduct, including proper uniform appearance, patient confidentiality, and culturally competent, unbiased care on every call.

Paramedic (Non-Emergency)

EMT-Cadet

Are you compassionate, dependable, and motivated? Are you interested in being part of an organization that provides world-class Emergency Medical Services (EMS)? If so, we want to talk to you! Richmond Ambulance Authority (RAA) is currently recruiting for EMS Cadets. The RAA Cadet Program is a full-time comprehensive training program, which will provide accepted attendees the opportunity to become certified Emergency Medical Technicians-Basic (EMT-B).

Serve Your Community and Save Lives… Apply To Become an EMS Cadet Today!

RAA will cover ALL costs of the Cadet Program, which includes uniforms, required course materials, additional EMS certifications, and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) exam fees*
Cadets are PAID to participate in the program!
Cadets are trained and mentored by skilled EMS professionals, who will provide them with access to high-quality emergency response and medical transport education while gaining firsthand field experience
Full-time employment as an EMT-B is guaranteed after successfully completing the program, passing the NREMT exam, and obtaining State Licensure

EMS Placement Program

The Richmond Ambulance Authority (RAA) created the EMS Placement Program to help highly motivated candidates find a career path in Emergency Medical Services. This unique opportunity offers carefully selected students the chance to work for RAA as they’re trained to become Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) in the field. Selected candidates will be hired with the opportunity to be cross trained as a Logistics Service Technician (LST) in RAA’s Logistics Department or System Status Controller (SSC) in RAA’s Communications Department. Employees in the program will have their EMT-B certifications paid for by RAA and will be expected to complete a minimum of 16 hours of course material per week. Employees who successfully complete the EMS Placement Program will be offered full time employment with RAA. For more information, please fill out our Recruitment Form and someone from our Human Resources Department will contact you.

Benefits for Employees Include:

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Holidays
Paid Time Off
Computer Loan Program
Short Term Disability
Long Term Disability
PTO Donation
Bereavement Leave of Absence

Life Insurance/Accidental Death and Dismemberment
Optional Life Insurance
457 Deferred Compensation Retirement and Savings Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Assistance Fund

New Employee Information

The Richmond Ambulance Authority offers extensive training that specifically prepares our Paramedics, EMTs, and Logistics staff to work in the City of Richmond. Each employee will go through New Employee Orientation (NEO) filled with classroom exercises and our award winning Emergency Vehicle Operators Course – (EVOC). New employees will also get continuing education credits. Our experienced and highly qualified trainers will make sure you are prepared before you go out into the field for preception. We are dedicated to making sure you have all the skills and knowledge necessary to protect yourself, patients and the public. Please look through the New Employee Information section for what you can expect and will need on your first day.

New Employee Orientation

New Employee Checklist

Before beginning your employment with the Richmond Ambulance Authority, employees should be prepared to have the following before you arrive for your first day.

Field Providers including Paramedics, EMT-I, EMT-B, and Logistics

-Fingerprint
-Drug Screen
-Human Performance Evaluation (HPE)
-Immunization
-Uniform fitting – Heroes Apparel
-T-Spot (TB) (does not apply to Logistics)

Administrative

-Drug Screen
-Fingerprint

Mock NEO Schedule

2026 NEO Orientation Schedule

Are you interested in learning more about working at RAA? Fill out our recruitment form and a staff member from our Human Resources department will contact you. Please note, the recruitment form is not part of the application process. It is intended for those interested in learning more about employment opportunities.

Recruitment Form

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Success Stories

Testimonials

“Working with RAA changed my life. I was afforded the chance to engage and educate the public, provide cutting-edge patient care and absorb leadership principles that helped me grow leaps and bounds each day. These principles have assisted me in teaching others and continue to afford me opportunities I feel would not have been possible without the wisdom provided from my time at the Richmond Ambulance Authority.”

J. Todd Sheridan, Vice President, Ryde Central

“You get a chance to practice a lot of different types of medicine with Richmond Ambulance. EMS is something that you choose to do. I’ve always called it more of a calling. You’re really going to get an opportunity to learn how to be a servant and what being a public servant is all about.”

Garett Freeman, Flight Paramedic, Virginia Commonwealth University Health

“My experience as a Paramedic with RAA set the groundwork for my career in medicine. Working at one of the most advanced EMS agencies in the nation fueled my medical knowledge and was the driving force which led me into medical school. The skill set acquired as a medic allowed me to rapidly excel as a medical student. I can recall a strong sense of comfort and confidence when I started my clinical rotations. I still apply many of the principles and expertise developed at RAA with my work as Chief Resident and an Attending Physician. I am very appreciative for the opportunity RAA provided me and for the life long colleagues I’ve made.”

Justin Billings, Internal Medicine, Riverside Health

EMS First Steps and Reciprocity

Would you like to know more about becoming an EMS provider in Virginia?

Have no experience but interested in what it takes to work in EMS? The Virginia Department of Health has detailed information about what it takes to get your certification. If you would like more information just visit the Virginia Department of Health.

Are you a Paramedic or EMT in another state interested in working at RAA?

The Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services will accept and consider applications from providers with current EMS certifications from ANY state or U.S. territory for certification in Virginia at the EMT level only through Legal Recognition. For more information and to download a Legal Recognition application package visit the Virginia Department of Health.

The Office of Emergency Medical Services recognizes all current National Registry certifications for reciprocity. Anyone who is coming into Virginia’s EMS system with a current National Registry certification will be required to complete an Application for Reciprocity and mail copies of EMS credentials to the Division of Educational Development of the Office of EMS. For more information visit the Virginia Department of Health.

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