Emergency Medical Technician - Part Time

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Wilkes-Barre (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks dedicated individuals to provide emergency medical services. Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED, valid EMT certification, and skills in patient evaluation and emergency care. This role emphasizes compassionate patient care and adherence to safety protocols while operating emergency vehicles.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental coverage

Collaborative working environment

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• Certification as Emergency Medical Technician in Pennsylvania.
• Valid Driver’s License necessary.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
• Provide emergency care and document patient information.
• Operate and drive ambulance adhering to safety policies.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Patient Care

Clinical Evaluation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Job description

Job Summary Provides basic life support and operates vehicles in accordance with the Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Services Act 37 and consistent with related rules, regulations and regional protocols.
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.

Position Details
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Experience
Certification(s) and License(s) Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator - Default Issuing Body; Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body; Certified Emergency Medical Technician - State of Pennsylvania

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. We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.