Emergency Medical Technician - Per Diem

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Emergency Medical Technicians to provide essential life support and emergency care. This role involves evaluating patients, documenting their conditions, and ensuring safe transport in an ambulance. The ideal candidate will thrive in a clinical environment and uphold the highest standards of patient care and confidentiality. Join a team that values kindness, excellence, and innovation, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the health and well-being of the community. This position offers a collaborative atmosphere and comprehensive healthcare benefits from day one.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician is required.
• Valid Driver's License and Basic Life Support Certification are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
• Provide emergency care and transport patients safely.

Skills

Basic Life Support

Patient Evaluation

Emergency Care Techniques

Patient Documentation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)

Tools

Ambulance

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