Advanced/AEMT - Ambulance and Chair

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

24-for-24 pay

Tuition assistance

Retirement plan

Job summary

UPMC's Center for Emergency Medicine - Ambulance and Chair is seeking Advanced/AEMT clinicians to join our EMS team. We offer a generous sign-on bonus for a two-year commitment and a comprehensive benefits package, including 24-for-24 pay and opportunities to participate in research initiatives.

We provide diverse shift options (24-, 16-, 12-, and 8-hour shifts) across urban and rural coverage, with growth opportunities and strong teamwork under PA DOH regulations and medical command protocols.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Current Pennsylvania Advanced EMT certification.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with clean record.
• Current BLS, PHTLS/ITLS certification.
• EMSVO certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver care within the PA AEMT scope of practice.
• Initiate and manage vascular access, including IV therapy as allowed.
• Administer medications per protocol and medical command direction.
• Assist with airway management and advanced respiratory support.
• Operate ambulances and emergency equipment safely.
• Complete electronic patient care reports accurately.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, dispatch, hospital, and partner agencies.
• Mentor EMT-Basics when appropriate.
• Maintain readiness of vehicles, equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in continuing education and quality improvement.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Independent work

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Pennsylvania Advanced EMT certification

Valid PA driver's license

BLS/PHTLS/ITLS

EMSVO certificate

Tools

ePCR systems

Job description

This position is eligible for a generous sign-on bonus!

Sign-On Bonus Details:

• $2,500 sign-on bonus available for a two-year work commitment for FT Employees

• $1,250 sign-on bonus available for a two-year work commitment for PT Employees

The Center for Emergency Medicine - Ambulance and Chair is looking to hire both Full-Time and Part-Time Advanced/AEMTs.

If you're an AEMT who values professionalism, growth, and being part of a forward-thinking EMS organization, Ambulance and Chair offers the opportunity to make a real impact - both on patients and on the future of our service.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Full-Time and Part-Time available

• All shift modalities: 24-hour, 16-hour, 12-hour, and 8-hour shifts available

• Schedule posted 30 days in advance

• Call volume split between primarily 911 emergency response dominant and non-emergency transports

• Coverage area ranges from urban to rural environments

Why Work with Us?

Our service is entering an exciting new chapter, with leadership dedicated to supporting and developing our people. As we grow in 2026, we're looking for team members who communicate well, build trust, and inspire those around them. If you're ready to influence positive change and help move our service forward, we'd love to meet you.

Ambulance and Chair is a long-standing EMS provider with deep roots in the communities that we serve. Covering a diverse urban-to-rural response area, our team answers an average of 40,000 calls annually across 45 communities in Washington and Greene Counties, providing both 911 emergency response and non-emergency medical transport.

Come work for a service that values your time and your growth. We offer 24-for-24 pay, a retirement plan with employer match, tuition assistance, and a modern fleet equipped with mechanical ventilators, IV pumps, and a progressive blood protocol. Our teams also participate in cutting-edge research, including nitrous oxide administration by BLS providers - and much more.

Position Summary

The AEMT provides advanced prehospital emergency medical care in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations, UPMC medical command protocols, and Ambulance and Chair policies. The AEMT functions as a key clinical provider, delivering interventions while supporting high-quality patient care across 911 and non-emergency responses.

Compensation & Benefits

• 24-for-24 pay structure

• Accrual-based Paid Time Off

• Tuition assistance

• Retirement plan

• Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Paid Family Leave

• New uniforms provided (coat, shirts, pants)

• Annual fleet upgrades with new ambulances every year

• Power stretchers and power load systems

• Service resources anf protocols including:

• Blood Protocol participation

• Zoll Z Vent ® portable ventilators

• Sapphire IV pumps

• LUCAS devices

• iPads for on-the-go charting

• Opportunities to participate in research initiatives (PAIN Study Program, Nitrous use by BLS providers)

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls in a safe, timely, and professional manner

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and deliver care within the PA AEMT scope of practice

• Initiate and manage vascular access, including IV therapy, as authorized

• Administer approved medications per protocol and medical command direction

• Assist with airway management and advanced respiratory support

• Operate ambulances and emergency equipment in a safe and responsible manner

• Accurately complete electronic patient care reports

• Communicate effectively with patients, families, dispatch, hospital, ALS provides, and partner agencies

• Serve as a clinical resource and mentor to EMT-Basics when appropriate

• Maintain readiness of vehicles, equipment, and supplies

• Participate in continuing education, quality improvement initiatives, and research opportunities

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required

• Current Pennsylvania Advanced EMT certification

• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with acceptable driving record

• Current BLS, PHTLS/ITLS card

• Emergency Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certificate

• Ability to meet 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

Clearances must be dated within 90 days:

• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

• Act 33 with renewal

• Act 34

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior EMS experience

• Familiarity with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) systems

• Interest in mentorship, education, or service development initiatives