Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Williamsport - Full-Time & Casual Opportunities

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Williamsport, PA

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About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) position at UPMC Williamsport involves providing transport and basic life support care in pre-hospital settings. EMTs will work full-time or in casual roles, with responsibilities including emergency and non-emergency patient transport, patient assessment, and communication with emergency services. The role requires participation in rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays, and offers a sign-on bonus for qualified candidates.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• Certification in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is required.
• Certification of completion of a Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Health-approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) is required within 90 days of hire.
• AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is required.
• CPR certification based on AHA standards is required within 30 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Previous ambulance and/or hospital experience preferred.
• EMSVO certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with restraining combative patients and provide emergency and non-emergency transport.
• Complete patient records and required state charts on all transports and transfers performed.
• Operate emergency vehicles, ambulances, wheelchair vans, and passenger vans under routine and emergency conditions.
• Perform automatic external defibrillation on patients when indicated in the prehospital setting.
• Perform daily vehicle/equipment checks and report maintenance problems.
• Perform necessary communication with Lycoming County Communications Center, Fire/EMS units.
• Perform patient assessment and patient care at the basic life support level for patients of all age groups.
• Perform support functions such as restocking and inventory maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Provide prehospital transportation of emergency or non-emergency patients, locally, out of region, or out of state.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for qualified full-time EMTs.
• Comprehensive benefits package for physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Opportunities for career advancement and educational growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED