EMT - Basic (EMT-B) - Ambulance and Chair - Casual

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

24-for-24 pay

Retirement plan with employer match

Tuition assistance

Modern fleet equipment

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Casual Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B) to join the Center for Emergency Medicine - Ambulance and Chair. The role supports 911 and non-emergency transport across urban to rural areas with a focus on patient-centered care and safety.

The EMT-Basic will provide high-quality prehospital care, operate ambulances, and participate in continuing education and research initiatives. A flexible schedule with 12 hours per month and multiple shift modalities is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Current Pennsylvania EMT-Basic certification.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Current BLS card.
• EMS Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certificate.
• Ability to meet physical demands including lifting/moving patients.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls in a safe, timely, and professional manner.
• Perform patient assessments and provide Basic Life Support care within PA scope of practice.
• Safely operate ambulances and related equipment in emergency and non-emergency conditions.
• Assist with patient movement, lifting, and transport using powered stretchers and loading systems.
• Accurately complete electronic patient care reports.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, dispatch, hospitals, and partner agencies.
• Maintain readiness of vehicles, equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in continuing education, training, quality improvement, and research initiatives.
• Uphold company values, patient confidentiality, and a culture of trust and teamwork.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

PA EMT-Basic certification

PA driver license

BLS certification

EMSVO certificate

Tools

ePCR systems

Job description

The Center for Emergency Medicine - Ambulance and Chair is looking to hire Casual Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B). If you're an EMT-B 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

• 12 hours per month required.
• 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 EMT -Basic provides high quality prehospital emergency medical care and non-emergency medical transportation in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations, regional protocols, and Ambulance and Chair policies. EMTs function as a part of a multidisciplinary team focused on patient-centered care, safety, and professionalism.

Compensation & Benefits

• New uniforms provided (coat, shirts, pants)
• Annual fleet upgrades with new ambulances every year
• Power stretchers and power load systems
• Service resources and protocols including:
  • Blood Protocol participation
  • Zoll Z Vent ® portable ventilators
  • Sapphire IV pumps
  • LUCAS devices
  • iPads for on-the-go charting

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls in a safe, timely, and professional manner
• Perform patient assessments and provide Basic Life Support care within PA scope of practice
• Safely operate ambulances and related equipment in emergency and non-emergency conditions
• Assist with patient movement, lifting, and transport using powered stretchers and loading systems
• Accurately complete electronic patient care reports
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, dispatch, hospitals, and partner agencies
• Maintain readiness of vehicles, equipment, and supplies
• Participate in continuing education, training, quality improvement, and research initiatives
• Uphold company values, patient confidentiality, and a culture of trust and teamwork

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Current Pennsylvania EMT-Basic certification
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Current BLS 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