Emergency Medical Technician - EMT

Geisinger•Wilkes-Barre, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician examines and evaluates patients to determine necessary care, provides emergency care using appropriate techniques and equipment, and delivers basic life support. The role includes gathering and documenting patient information, condition, and treatment; maintaining patient confidentiality and respecting patient rights; transporting patients according to established policies and procedures; and keeping the patient environment safe, clean, and well-stocked. The EMT operates and drives an ambulance in accordance with applicable safety policies and laws. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. The employee is accountable for fulfilling job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. Department-specific orientation competencies and skills are considered essential to performing the role. The position is based at the Geisinger Wyoming Valley Courier Hub, has a rotating shift, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week. The posting advertises a $5,000 sign-on bonus, a $2-per-hour transport premium for day shifts, and a $2-per-hour shift differential for nights.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
Basic Life Support Certification.
Certified Emergency Medical Technician certification from the State of Pennsylvania.
Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator certification.
Valid driver's license.
Communication skills.
Preceptor skills.
Teamwork.

Responsibilities

Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
Provide emergency care using appropriate techniques and equipment.
Provide basic life support and gather patient data.
Document patient information, condition, and treatment.
Maintain patient confidentiality and perform care with respect for patient rights.
Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures.
Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients.
Operate and drive an ambulance in accordance with applicable safety policies and laws.

Benefits

$5,000 sign-on bonus.
$2-per-hour transport premium for day shifts.
$2-per-hour shift differential for nights.
Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan that allows employees to accrue time quickly.
Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
Adoption and fertility assistance.
Parental leave pay and military leave pay.
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.