AEMT- York County

UPMC•York, PA

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a full-time Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) to support York County. Applicants must currently be an AEMT to be considered. The position works 24-hour shifts and requires availability for evenings, weekends, and holidays. It qualifies for a $2,500 sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment. The AEMT provides patient care in any environment, collaborating with PHRNs and Paramedics to care for critically ill or injured patients according to established protocols and standards. The role also includes maintaining the ambulance and equipment, supporting base-site operations, completing documentation, and providing professional service to patients and customers. Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to any STAT MedEvac base site as assigned are required. Successful completion of the prescribed orientation program is required.

Requirements

Must currently be an AEMT to be considered.
One year of EMT experience.
High school diploma or equivalent.
One professional contribution selected from department, hospital, or system goals and approved by the manager.
Reliable transportation and willingness to travel to any STAT MedEvac base site as assigned.
Successfully complete the prescribed orientation program, including classroom instruction, clinical rotations, educational competencies, and on-the-job training.
Ability to work productively and effectively in a complex environment, handle multiple or changing priorities, and use specialized equipment.
One of the following: Advanced Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Emergency Medical Technician–Paramedic, or Paramedic licensure.
Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
Driver's license.
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting clearance with renewal.
Act 33 clearance with renewal.
Act 34 clearance with renewal.
Act 73 FBI clearance with renewal.
Availability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Nice To Haves

Previous ambulance and/or hospital experience.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate the skills, competencies, and judgment necessary to provide patient care in any environment, using required or available educational resources.
Collaborate with PHRNs and Paramedics to care for critically ill or injured patients according to established protocols and standards of care; access online medical command or other resources when appropriate.
Maintain and ensure proper vehicle operation, including fuel, fluid levels, lights, sirens, radio, and cellular phone functioning; work with the Regional Medical Manager to correct mechanical deficiencies.
Protect patient and family confidentiality and dignity.
Adhere to the current uniform policy.
Perform assigned daily, weekly, monthly, and other duties as directed by the base site manager.
Perform daily equipment checks, including vehicle and medications.
Participate in shift reports from the outgoing crew.
Maintain a clean patient environment and crew quarters.
Respond promptly and efficiently to service requests.
Operate patient-laden stretchers safely, including safe loading, unloading, adjustment, and movement.
Complete official documentation in a timely manner, including payroll, expense reports, and orientation forms.
Follow scheduling rules, including schedule requests, minimum time, and availability.
Maintain a positive attitude and build rapport with customers in high-stress situations and regardless of circumstances or patient presentation.
Report injuries promptly to a supervisor and complete appropriate documentation, regardless of severity.
Report for work rested and fit for duty and comply with the drug and alcohol policy, including requirements concerning prescription and over-the-counter medications.
Maintain fitness for duty by meeting employee health requirements, including maximum weight, hearing conservation, and medical screenings.
Perform in accordance with system-wide competencies and behaviors.
Perform other duties as assigned.