Advanced/AEMT - Ambulance and Chair

UPMC•Washington, PA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

The AEMT provides advanced prehospital emergency medical care in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations, UPMC medical command protocols, and Ambulance and Chair policies. The AEMT functions as a key clinical provider, delivering interventions while supporting high-quality patient care across 911 and non-emergency responses. Ambulance and Chair is a long-standing EMS provider serving 45 communities in Washington and Greene Counties, with an average of 40,000 calls annually across urban and rural environments. Calls include primarily 911 emergency response as well as non-emergency medical transport. Full-time and part-time positions are available, with 24-hour, 16-hour, 12-hour, and 8-hour shifts. Schedules are posted 30 days in advance. The service offers a 24-for-24 pay structure, accrual-based paid time off, tuition assistance, a retirement plan, disability coverage, paid family leave, uniforms, and modern equipment and vehicles. Employees may participate in research initiatives and continuing education opportunities. A sign-on bonus is available for a two-year work commitment: $2,500 for full-time employees and $1,250 for part-time employees.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current Pennsylvania Advanced EMT certification.
Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Current BLS and PHTLS/ITLS cards.
Emergency Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certificate.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting and moving patients.
Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations.
Clearances dated within 90 days: Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal, Act 33 with renewal, Act 34, and Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.

Nice To Haves

Prior EMS experience.
Familiarity with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) systems.
Interest in mentorship, education, or service development initiatives.

Responsibilities

Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver care within the Pennsylvania AEMT scope of practice.
Initiate and manage vascular access, including IV therapy, as authorized.
Administer approved medications according to protocol and medical command direction.
Assist with airway management and advanced respiratory support.
Operate ambulances and emergency equipment safely and responsibly.
Accurately complete electronic patient care reports.
Communicate effectively with patients, families, dispatch, hospitals, ALS providers, and partner agencies.
Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to EMT-Basics when appropriate.
Maintain readiness of vehicles, equipment, and supplies.
Participate in continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, and research opportunities.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus: $2,500 for full-time employees or $1,250 for part-time employees, each requiring a two-year work commitment.
24-for-24 pay structure.
Accrual-based paid time off.
Tuition assistance.
Retirement plan with employer match.
Short-Term Disability (STD) and Long-Term Disability (LTD).
Paid Family Leave.
New uniforms provided, including coat, shirts, and pants.
Annual fleet upgrades with new ambulances every year.
Modern service resources and protocols, including blood protocol participation, portable ventilators, IV pumps, LUCAS devices, and iPads for charting.
Opportunities to participate in research initiatives.