EMT - Emergency Health Services - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise; Towanda (Bradford County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Guthrie Enterprise is seeking an EMT in Towanda, PA who will provide essential pre-hospital care and transport. This role requires EMT certification, CPR certification, and the ability to maintain accurate records while making timely decisions in emergencies. You'll be responsible for patient interactions, administering care under protocols, and supervising trainees.

The successful candidate should be skilled in basic life support and handling traumatic situations effectively, and must have a valid driver's license. Join us to make a difference in community health!

Qualifications

• Must maintain certification as EMT in the State of employment.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Military experience may substitute for educational qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic life support according to state protocols.
• Administer medications pursuant to Medical Command Physician orders.
• Supervise students providing patient care.

Skills

Basic life support skills

CPR certification

Strong communication skills

Ability to make timely decisions

Attention to detail in record-keeping

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

EMT Certification with the PA/NY DOH

Job description

Position Summary

The EMT is an allied health professional who provides a wide range of basic level patient care and transportation outside the hospital setting, under emergency and non-emergency conditions. The individual must be able to deal with all types of human responses from the patient, bystanders, and themselves. The EMT is responsible for functioning in the pre-hospital setting as well as various capacities throughout the hospital. Patient care encompasses patients of all ages regardless of race, religion, or cultural background.

Education, License & Cert

• EMT Certification with the PA/NY DOH; based on which State employment is located in.
• In Pennsylvania locations, must have EVOC certification with EMSVO endorsement on EMT certification within 6 months of initial hire date.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Will consider military experience in lieu of high school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

• Maintains current certification as EMT in the State of employment.
• Maintains current certification in CPR.
• Must have current valid driver’s license.
• Ability to read, write, understand oral communication, and have verbal ability in giving presentations/teaching.
• Keeps neat and legible written records.
• Follows universal precautions.
• Utilizes proper body mechanics.
• Is able to make timely decisions.
• Is able to handle traumatic situations, such as the death of a patient, including children, and unpleasant sights.

Essential Functions

• Performs basic life support in accordance to the Pennsylvania/New York Department of Health statewide basic life support protocols and completes all protocol update education.
• Must be skilled in all aspects of medical emergencies and trauma associated with BLS Emergency Medical Services.
• Pursuant to direct or standing orders from a Medical Command Physician, the EMT will be able to administer medications and perform all required procedures in accordance to the PA/NY DOH for basic life support.
• Performs/demonstrates safe operation of emergency vehicle, including emergency driving.
• Supervises students when they provide patient care, treatment, and services as part of their training.
• Provides direction and assistance to ambulance personnel on scenes and acts as triage officer during times of disaster.
• Performs Quality Improvement duties as assigned.
• Keeps informed of fire, safety, and disaster programs.
• Attends designated in-service programs.

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned, reasonable related.