Paramedic, Monroe County, Full Time and Per Diem opportunities

St. Luke's University Health Network • Pocono Township, PA

52d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic is a Pennsylvania certified Paramedic who is responsible for providing emergency and non-emergency pre-hospital care to patients and safe and efficient transport of patients. The Paramedic also performs clerical and non-technical duties as assigned by the St. Luke’s Emergency & Transport Service Leadership team.

Requirements

• Pennsylvania certified Paramedic.
• Current BLS, PALS, ACLS certifications.
• EMSVO certification.
• Driver requirements (PA DOH Requirement): Be at least 18 years of age; Have a valid driver's license; Must observe all traffic laws; Must not be addicted to, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs; Must be free from any physical or mental defects or disease that may impair the person’s ability to drive an ambulance.
• Tact courtesy, initiative, judgment and the ability to follow directions is required

Nice To Haves

• 6 months or more experience as a paramedic preferred.
• Hazardous materials R & I certification or higher.
• PHTLS certification
• NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 or 800.

Responsibilities

• Administering appropriate level care to patients in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and standards.
• Working within their certification via the “scope of practice” regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services.
• Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed.
• Rescuing and extricating victims of accidents, sudden illness or entrapment using proper rescue and medical techniques.
• Treating patients at the scene, en route to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, local, laws, regulations and standards.
• Providing ambulance stand-by services at sporting events or any other activities designated by the St. Luke’s Emergency & Transport Services
• Completely, accurately, and professionally documents assessments, physical findings and treatment rendered on approved patient care report. Completion shall be in accordance with departmental policies and state regulatory requirements.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement and responds appropriately to QA flags within a timely manner.
• Completes vehicle and equipment accountability checklist each scheduled shift to ensure vehicle is in condition of readiness at all times. This includes cleaning, disinfecting, refueling and restocking supplies/equipment.
• Appropriately escalates any issues utilizing proper chain of command.
• Responsible for attending departmental meetings.
• Maintains a clean and professional workplace at assigned ambulance station.
• Operates emergency vehicle safely, in accordance with State Laws and SLETS policies.
• Demonstrates/models the hospitals core values and customer service behaviors in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
• Demonstrates continuous Quality Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
• Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset!
• Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.

What This Job Offers

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