EMT/Emergency Medical Technician Prehospital (PRN) - Life Lion EMS Berks County

Penn State Health; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking dedicated Emergency Medical Technicians to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will respond to emergencies, assess patients, and provide critical care in line with established protocols. You will also have the opportunity to perform routine medical transports, ensuring patients receive the care they need. With a commitment to excellence and continuous learning, this position offers a unique chance to make a difference in the community while working with a team of highly trained professionals. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to grow in your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Wellness Programs

Retirement Plans

Life Insurance

Fitness Discounts

Qualifications

• Must perform non-emergency routine medical transports using ambulances.
• Completion of approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Training program required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and assess patients according to protocols.
• Transport patients and assist Advanced Life Support providers.

Skills

Emergency Medical Response

Patient Assessment

Basic Life Support (BLS)

CPR/AED Certification

Emergency Vehicle Operations

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Eligibility for Pennsylvania EMT Certification

Job description

EMT/Emergency Medical Technician Prehospital (PRN) - Life Lion EMS Berks County

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Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Reading

Work Type: PRN

FTE: 0.001

Shift: Varied

SHIFT/ WEEKEND Differential: Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour, Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour

Hours: 12

Recruiter Contact : Denisse Rosado at [e-mail]

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to respond to emergencies, assess patients; provide treatment in accordance with PA DOH Basic Life Support standard curriculum. Also responsible to transport patients according to established protocols and assist Advance Life Support (Paramedic) providers with patient care management. Must perform non-emergency routine medical transports utilizing ambulances and wheelchairs vans and follow up with complete appropriate documentation.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic life support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers Program CPR/AED certified required.
• Eligibility for Pennsylvania EMT certification required.
• Valid Driver’s license required and eligible to operation an EMS vehicle in the Commonwealth of PA required.
• Completion of approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Training program required within two (2) months of date of hire.
• PA DOH EMSVO eligibility required within two (2) months of date of hire.
• Hazmat Awareness Training must be obtained within 30 days of start date. NIMS (100, 200, 700, 800) required within 30 days of start date.
  
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Six (6) months of Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) experience preferred.
  
  

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

For more information: About Us | Careers | Penn State Health

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
  
  

For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH LIFE LION?

Life Lion offers 24/7 emergency medical services (EMS) and 911 response to numerous municipalities throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, Lebanon, York, Lancaster, and Berks counties. The Life Lion team includes paramedics, emergency medical technicians, nurses, physicians, pilots, dispatchers, and mechanics who are highly trained to deliver lifesaving services – including advanced and basic life support. Our team also prepares patients for the level of care they’ll need once they arrive at the hospital. Our Critical Care staff members are among the most highly trained clinicians in the nation. They attend countless hours of continuing education and attend advanced clinical rotations so they can provide the same level of critical care in the out-of-hospital environment during transport.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:00 AM and 5:00 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email [e-mail] or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.

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