Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Canonsburg EMS

Highmark Health • Canonsburg, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is under Union PPFFA - F (5) positions available Under AHN Prehospital Care Services, Canonsburg Ambulance provides emergency and non-emergency care to Washington County, PA. We are seeking candidates interested in rural, community based EMS. GENERAL OVERVIEW Provides emergency medical care to the sick and injured patients in the pre-hospital and hospital environment; effectively communicates with all persons and departments involved in the administration of emergency medical care.

Requirements

• Minimum High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• PA EMT certification or EMS Compact Privilege to Practice in Pennsylvania at the EMT level
• EMSVO within 30 days of hire
• Valid Driver's License
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Nice To Haves

• Six months’ experience in the field of prehospital care.
• ITLS/PHTLS, ABLS, ASLS.

Responsibilities

• Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provide basic life support and transport to the critically ill and injured in the prehospital setting. (50%)
• Drives emergency vehicle. (20%)
• Completes required documentation according to regulatory standards. (15%)
• Maintains equipment and inventory of supplies including BLS and ALS and has accountability for medications on every EMS unit per regulatory standards. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required

What This Job Offers

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