Advanced Emergency Medical Technician / AEMT - Canonsburg EMS

Highmark Health•Canonsburg, PA

About The Position

This position is part of Union PPFFA - F. Under AHN Prehospital Care Services, Canonsburg Ambulance provides emergency and non-emergency care to Washington County, Pennsylvania. The role provides emergency medical care to sick and injured patients in prehospital and hospital environments and communicates effectively with people and departments involved in emergency medical care. The AEMT performs basic and advanced EMS skills, including interventions and medication and vaccine administration, using EMS vehicle equipment or equipment within the AEMT’s scope of practice. Employees must follow the ethical, legal, and behavioral standards set out in the company’s code of business conduct and policies. The role may involve access to confidential information, which must be protected in accordance with HIPAA and company privacy and information-security policies. Employees must also comply with applicable laws, regulations, company policies, and training requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; alternatively, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Pennsylvania Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) certification or EMS Compact Privilege to Practice in Pennsylvania at the AEMT level.
Valid driver’s license.
American Heart Association CPR.
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate.
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate.
EMSVO within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

ITLS/PHTLS, ABLS, or ASLS.
One year of experience in prehospital care.

Responsibilities

Determine the nature and extent of illness or injury and provide advanced life support and transport for critically ill and injured patients in the prehospital setting.
Provide advanced life support, including airway, ventilation and oxygenation care; cardiovascular circulation; immobilization; medication administration by applicable routes; and initiation and maintenance of IV fluids.
Drive an emergency vehicle.
Complete required documentation according to regulatory standards.
Maintain equipment and BLS and ALS supply inventories, and account for medications on each EMS unit according to regulatory standards.
Perform other duties as assigned or required.
Protect confidential information and comply with HIPAA, company privacy and information-security policies, applicable laws, and the company’s Code of Business Conduct.