EMT Student Academy

EMERGYCARE INC•Erie, PA

4d•$15 - $23•Onsite

About The Position

The EMS Academy is a full-time, paid nine-week training and education program for people beginning a career in Emergency Medical Services as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The position includes medical and retirement benefits. Academy participants take part in intensive classroom and clinical field training and are expected to maintain a course average of at least 80%. They must obtain PA DOH EMSVO certification by the end of the program and PA DOH EMT certification within eight weeks (56 calendar days) after the course ends. The EMT is responsible for working within the Pennsylvania EMS Basic Life Support (BLS) Scope of Practice and for the quality of emergency and non-emergency care delivered. EMTs perform basic life support techniques, provide specified field treatment for medical and traumatic emergencies, assess patients, establish and prioritize care, and arrange additional assistance when needed. They transport patients to appropriate medical facilities by ambulance and may also provide medical transportation by paratransit van or medical taxi as permitted by the Public Utility Commission. Participants may serve as Emergency Vehicle Operators or Paratransit Personnel until they obtain the required state certification. The role is based in Erie, Pennsylvania, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, including clinical and street experience, study, tutoring, test preparation, and other assigned duties. Regular and reliable attendance is essential. Candidates must be able to work for EmergyCare full time as an EMT for at least one year after obtaining state certification. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. EmergyCare is an equal opportunity employer and encourages protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Requirements

Be at least 18 years of age.
Possess a high school diploma or GED.
Be fluent in English and able to read and understand written materials, interpret spoken information, and communicate effectively in writing and in person, including by telephone, telecommunications, and other electronic devices.
Be able to stand frequently; walk; sit; use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; or crouch.
Be able to frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds.
Possess a valid driver's license, with no license suspension in the past two years and no DUI convictions in the past four years.
Have no conviction greater than a summary offense that would prevent obtaining Pennsylvania Department of Health Bureau of EMS certification.
Pass a post-offer drug screening.
Not have been excluded or listed as ineligible to participate in Medicare, Medicaid, or other federal programs.
Pass the post-offer Act 151 Childline Child Abuse Clearance, Act 114 FBI Fingerprint Clearance, and Act 34 Pennsylvania Criminal History Clearance.
Have effective computer skills.
Be able to follow oral and written instructions.
Be able to exercise sound judgment in a stressful environment.
Meet the qualification that candidates must be able to work full time for EmergyCare as an EMT for at least one year from the date state certification is obtained.

Responsibilities

Participate in the paid nine-week intensive classroom and clinical field EMT education program.
Maintain a course average of 80% or higher throughout the course.
Obtain PA DOH EMSVO certification by the end of the program.
Obtain PA DOH EMT certification within eight weeks (56 calendar days) after the last day of the course.
Function within the Pennsylvania EMS Basic Life Support Scope of Practice and remain accountable for the quality of emergency and non-emergency care delivered.
Perform basic life support techniques and provide specified field treatment for medical and traumatic emergencies.
Assess patients to determine the nature and extent of illness or injury, prioritize medical procedures, and identify when additional assistance is needed.
Transport patients to appropriate medical facilities by ambulance and provide medical transportation by paratransit van or medical taxi as permitted by the Public Utility Commission.
Serve as an Emergency Vehicle Operator or Paratransit Personnel as required until the necessary state certification is acquired.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
Work full time for EmergyCare as an EMT for at least one year after obtaining state certification.