Interested in joining our team?
We are currently recruiting for the following positions: 

Paramedic, AEMT and EMT
​(Full & Part Time)

Join the Valley Ambulance Authority Team
Full-Time & Part-Time EMTs and Paramedics

Valley Ambulance Authority is looking for motivated, mission-driven Emergency Medical Technicians and Paramedics to join our high-performing operations team.

VAA delivers 911 emergency medical coverage to 15 communities across Western Allegheny County, along with specialized service to military installations, Robert Morris University, and areas of Pittsburgh International Airport. Our team operates in a dynamic, high-impact environment where no two days are the same.

If you’re passionate about patient care, thrive in fast-paced settings, and want to be part of an organization focused on innovation and professional growth, you’ll find meaningful work and real opportunity here. We’re committed to staying at the forefront of EMS advancement and providing experiences that elevate your skills and career.

Why Build Your Career with VAA

We invest in our people and offer a competitive, forward-thinking benefits package designed to support your success:

• Competitive, market-leading wages
• Sign-on bonus opportunities
• Predictable 12-hour scheduling
• Every other weekend off for work-life balance
• Retirement program (Authority contribution and match available)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off
• Allegheny Health Network - Wexford Hospital Medical Command
• Low employee premium share with no annual deductible and minimal co-pays
• Tuition reimbursement to support career growth

What We’re Looking For

• Pennsylvania EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic certification
• Current EVOC/EVDT certification
• Current BLS CPR certification
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening
• Successful completion of background checks and clearances
• Valid driver’s license

If you’re ready to grow your career with a progressive EMS organization that values teamwork, excellence, and community impact, we encourage you to apply and start your next chapter with Valley Ambulance Authority.