Paramedic - Ambulance and Chair (Casual)

UPMC • Washington, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Paramedic provides advanced life support care in the prehospital setting in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations, regional protocols, and Ambulance and Chair policies. Paramedics serve as clinical leaders on scene, delivering high-acuity patient care, coordinating resources, and supporting team members to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered outcomes.

The role responds to both 911 emergency calls and non-emergency transports across urban and rural environments in Washington and Greene Counties. A minimum of 12 hours per month is required, and schedules are posted 30 days in advance. The service handles an average of 40,000 calls annually across 45 communities.

Ambulance and Chair describes itself as a long-standing EMS provider entering a new chapter of growth, with leadership focused on supporting and developing its people. The service offers 24-for-24 pay, a retirement plan with employer match, tuition assistance, uniforms, annual fleet upgrades, and modern EMS equipment. Paramedics may also participate in research initiatives, training, quality improvement, protocol development, and service development.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Pennsylvania Paramedic certification.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS or ITLS card.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certificate.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including lifting and moving patients.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations.
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting clearance with renewal, dated within 90 days.
• Act 33 clearance with renewal, dated within 90 days.
• Act 34 clearance, dated within 90 days.
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal, dated within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• Prior EMS experience.
• Familiarity with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) systems.
• Interest in mentorship, education, or service development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls safely, promptly, and professionally.
• Perform advanced patient assessments, clinical decision-making, and treatment planning.
• Provide ALS interventions within Pennsylvania scope of practice, including advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and resuscitation.
• Use advanced equipment, including mechanical ventilators, IV pumps, LUCAS devices, and blood products, according to protocol.
• Serve as the lead clinician on scene and coordinate care with EMTs, AEMTs, dispatch, medical command, hospitals, and partner agencies.
• Provide mentorship, clinical guidance, and support to EMT-Basics and AEMTs.
• Complete electronic patient care reports accurately.
• Ensure ambulance, equipment, and medication readiness.
• Participate in quality improvement, training, protocol development, and research initiatives.
• Uphold patient confidentiality, professionalism, and organizational values.

Benefits

• 24-for-24 pay.
• Retirement plan with employer match.
• Tuition assistance.
• New uniforms provided, including coat, shirts, and pants.
• Annual fleet upgrades with new ambulances every year.
• Power stretchers and power load systems.
• Access to service equipment and resources, including blood protocol participation, Zoll Z Vent portable ventilators, Sapphire IV pumps, LUCAS devices, and iPads for on-the-go charting.
• Video laryngoscopes planned for early 2026.
• Opportunities to participate in research initiatives, including the PAIN Study Program and nitrous use by BLS providers.

What This Job Offers

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