Emergency Medical Technician - EMT

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability coverage

401(k) plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/yr

Wellness program

Job summary

Geisinger is hiring Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) with new starting rates and a $5,000 bonus for eligible candidates. The role focuses on rapid assessment, emergency care, and patient transport in a clinical environment.

Ideal candidates hold a High School Diploma or GED and EMT certification, with BLS required. Geisinger offers robust benefits and opportunities for growth within a supportive, patient-centered culture.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• EMT certification required.
• Basic life support certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
• Provide patients with emergency care using appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Provide basic life support and gather patient data.
• Document patient information, condition, and treatment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and respect patient rights.
• Transport patients per policies and procedures.
• Operate and drive ambulance in compliance with safety laws.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Patient assessment

Basic life support

Documentation

Confidentiality & ethics

Ambulance operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT Certification

Tools

EMS Vehicle Operation

Medical equipment usage

Job description

Job Summary

Geisinger EMT's now have NEW starting rates! We are also offering a $5,000 bonus to those who qualify!

Geisinger EMT's now have NEW starting rates! We are also offering a $5,000 bonus to those who qualify!

Job Duties

• Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
• Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Provide basic life support and gather patient data.
• Document patient information, condition, and treatment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights.
• Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients.
• Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position

Our Benefits Package Includes

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment with three medical plan options, including flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options
• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage paid for by the company
• A competitive 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions beginning on your first day of employment
• A generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly
• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/year
• Access to the MyHealth Rewards wellness program, which helps you improve your health and earn incentives
• Support for families, including adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave, and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
• We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. That's why we offer several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which provide opportunities for you to network and develop professionally. Our ERGs are open to all employees and are formed around common identities.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience

Certification(s) and License(s)

Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator - Default Issuing Body; Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body; Certified Emergency Medical Technician - State of Pennsylvania; Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.