EMT/AEMT-York County

UPMC•York, PA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is hiring a Full-Time, EMT/AEMT to support York County. This position requires working rotating holidays and weekends. Incumbents must be able to work in all weather conditions, including rain, snow, heat, and cold, and may be required to respond to emergency, hazardous, or high-risk situations. Appropriate safety equipment and procedures must be followed at all times. Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title based on their experience and education. This position qualifies for a $2500.00 sign-on bonus with 1-year work commitment!

Requirements

High School Diploma (or equivalent) required
EMT or AMET/Driver's License
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician OR Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Advanced Emergency Medical Technician OR Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) OR Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Driver's License
Emergency Vehicle Operator
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal
Must be licensed for two years.

Nice To Haves

Previous ambulance and/or hospital experience preferred
Emergency Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certification to be obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Maintains transport vehicle in efficient operating condition.
Assist in moving patients.
Identifies assessment findings, which may require communications with medical direction for advice and for notification that special professional services and assistance be immediately available upon arrival at the medical facility.
Maintains appropriate documentation of patient care, incident reports and other necessary reports.
Reports verbally and in writing their observation and emergency medical care of the patient at the emergency scene for purposes of records and diagnostics.
Upon request, provides assistance to the transporting ambulance.
Encourages a safe, pleasant work environment for Team Members.
Responds to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to the critically ill and injured (within PA-DOH scope of practice and PA DOH protocols).
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals utilizing customer service skills.
Ensures that the transport vehicle and equipment is clean and washed and kept in a neat orderly condition.
Attends continuing education and refresher training programs as required by employers, medical direction, licensing or certifying agencies.
Ensures quality health and medical care for guests and employees at assigned locations.
Driving an ambulance in a safe manner following policies and traffic laws.