Paramedic

John Carroll Area Ambulance; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

John Carroll EMS is seeking Paramedics certified in Pennsylvania to deliver advanced life support and EMS care under PA DOH regulations and medical command. The role covers prehospital and interfacility settings, with emphasis on patient assessment, medication administration, IV/IO access, airway management, and documentation.

Candidates must hold PA Paramedic (PA DOH EMSVO) and NRP certifications, have a valid PA driver’s license, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS.

Qualifications

• Current PA Paramedic certification (PA DOH EMSVO) is required.
• NRP certification is required.
• Valid PA driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• CPR for Healthcare Providers (BLS), ACLS, and PALS certifications required.
• EVOC certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.
• PA background checks (Act 34), PA child abuse clearance (Act 151), and FBI fingerprinting (Act 114) required.
• Ability to pass pre-employment physical and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced life support to patients of all ages in prehospital and interfacility settings.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments including history, exam, and interpretation of findings.
• Administer medications, IV/IO access, airway management, and advanced procedures within scope.
• Operate under medical command and follow PA DOH/regional protocols.
• Safely operate EMS vehicles in compliance with state law and policies.
• Complete electronic patient care reports (ePCR) promptly and accurately.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Participate in QA activities, trainings, and skills verification.
• Maintain equipment, medications, and EMS vehicles in readiness.
• Uphold HIPAA and patient confidentiality.
• Represent John Carroll EMS professionally in the community.

Education

PA Paramedic certification (PA DOH EMSVO)

NRP certification

PA driver’s license

CPR for Healthcare Providers (BLS)

ACLS

PALS

EVOC certification

PA criminal background check (Act 34)

PA child abuse clearance (Act 151)

FBI fingerprinting (Act 114)

Pre-employment physical & drug screen

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: Paramedic (Pennsylvania Certified)
Organization: John Carroll EMS
Location: Pennsylvania

Position Summary

John Carroll EMS is seeking highly motivated, compassionate, and clinically skilled Paramedics to provide advanced life support (ALS) care and emergency medical services to the communities we serve. Paramedics function as integral members of the EMS team, delivering high‑quality patient care in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health (PA DOH) EMS regulations, regional medical command protocols, and John Carroll EMS policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide advanced life support care to patients of all ages in prehospital and interfacility settings.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical exams, and interpretation of diagnostic findings.
• Administer medications, IV/IO access, airway management, cardiac monitoring, and advanced procedures within scope of practice.
• Operate under medical command, obtaining online or offline orders as required by PA DOH and regional protocols.
• Safely operate emergency vehicles in compliance with state law and John Carroll EMS policies.
• Accurately complete electronic patient care reports (ePCR) in a timely and compliant manner.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, allied healthcare providers, dispatch, and medical command physicians.
• Participate in quality improvement activities, training, continuing education, and skills verification.
• Maintain equipment, medications, and vehicles in a state of readiness at all times.
• Uphold patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Serve as a professional representative of John Carroll EMS within the community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Pennsylvania Paramedic certification (PA DOH EMSVO).
• Current National Registry Paramedic (NRP) certification.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Current CPR for Healthcare Providers (BLS), ACLS, and PALS (or PEPP) certifications.
• EVOC certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.
• Successful completion of PA criminal background check (Act 34), child abuse clearance (Act 151), and FBI fingerprinting (Act 114).
• Ability to pass pre‑employment physical examination and drug screening.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous ALS field experience in a 911 EMS system.
• Familiarity with Pennsylvania EMS documentation systems and regional protocols.
• Strong clinical judgment, leadership, and teamwork skills.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull patients and equipment up to and exceeding 100 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to stand, kneel, bend, and work in confined or hazardous environments.
• Capacity to work under stressful conditions, make rapid decisions, and respond to critical incidents.

Work Schedule

• Shifts may include days, nights, weekends, holidays, and on‑call assignments.
• Full‑time, part‑time, and per‑diem positions may be available.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and certifications.
• Opportunities for overtime, training, and advancement.
• Benefits may include health in