Paramedic - Full Time - Rotating Shifts (Mercy Fitzgerald)

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Rotating Shifts
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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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