Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Schedule
Rotating Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
vision coverage
Retirement savings program
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Free parking
Job Description
The hiring establishment is a healthcare organization committed to delivering emergency medical services (EMS) with the highest standards of care and professionalism. This organization operates within a structured framework that emphasizes the health, safety, and well-being of patients in critical conditions. As a key provider of Advanced Life Support (ALS), the organization integrates advanced techniques and protocols to reduce life-threatening emergencies and alleviate patient suffering swiftly and effectively. The company is deeply rooted in a culture of compassion, respect, and teamwork, ensuring every patient receives personalized and high-quality care in their moments of crisis. It prides itself on a collaborative... Show More
Job Requirements
- High school diploma
- Graduate of a PA approved EMT training program
- Graduate of a PA approved Paramedic training program
- Valid driver's license in good standing
- Current PA EMT-paramedic certification
- Current CPR (BCLS) training
- Current ACLS certification
- Current PALS certification
- Excellent physical and mental health
- Manual dexterity to perform job duties and render patient care
- Basic firefighting (optional), EVOC and Haz-mat awareness
- Ability to effectively communicate with family, the public, receiving facilities and Medical Command Staff
- One year experience as a paramedic preferred
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma
- Graduate of a PA approved EMT training program
- Graduate of a PA approved Paramedic training program
- Current PA EMT-paramedic certification
- Current CPR (BCLS) training
- Current ACLS certification
- Current PALS certification
- Ability to effectively communicate with family, the public, receiving facilities and Medical Command Staff
- Excellent physical and mental health
- Ability to perform job duties and render patient care
- One year experience as a paramedic preferred
Job Duties
- Obtains and monitors vital signs for detrimental trends
- Administers cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- Initiates airway care and oxygen therapy via the most appropriate delivery device
- Performs appropriate control of external hemorrhage and bandaging
- Stabilizes and immobilizes suspected fractures
- Attends to emergency childbirth situations
- Performs emergency rescues when indicated
- Responds to calls promptly, without hesitation and in compliance with PA Motor Vehicle Code
- Initiates intravenous therapy in peripheral veins and obtains blood samples for analysis
- Provides pulmonary ventilation by oral, nasal endotracheal intubation
- Prepares and administers approved medications via IV, IM, SL, SQ, and ETT
- Monitors and interprets cardiac activity via monitor
- Performs emergency cardio version/defibrillation
- Performs external transthoracic pacing
- Performs emergency cricothyrotomy and needle decompression
- Performs other skills as directed by Medical Command
- Reports to work in a timely fashion
- Maintains vehicle cleanliness and ensures vehicle is stock, ready for response
- Completes patient charting and paperwork for each call in a timely manner
- Maintains cleanliness of work area
- Completes patient disposition log
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, the public, receiving facilities, Medical Command Staff, volunteer EMS staff, and volunteer fire departments
- Follows the Incident Command System and abides by Medical Command Physicians directives regarding patient care and refusal of care with 100% accuracy
- Cooperates fully with local Fire and EMS Departments
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
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