Paramedic, AHN Emergency Services, Sharpsburg

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated emergency medical professionals to provide critical care in prehospital settings. This role involves driving emergency vehicles, assessing patient conditions, and delivering essential life support. Ideal candidates will possess a strong background in emergency medical services, with certifications in BLS, ALS, and paramedic qualifications. Join a team that values your expertise and dedication to patient care, and take advantage of a sign-on bonus as you embark on a rewarding career in emergency medical services.

Benefits

Sign-On Bonus

Health Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; relevant experience preferred.
• PA certification as Paramedic or licensed PHRN is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provides emergency medical care to sick and injured patients.
• Drives emergency vehicle and maintains equipment and supplies.

Skills

Emergency Medical Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Communication Skills

Documentation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paramedic Certification

Valid Driver's License

Tools

Emergency Response Vehicle

Job description

Company :

Allegheny Health Network

Job Description :

$2,000.00 Sign-On Bonus for eligible employees*

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Provides emergency medical care to the sick and injured patients in the Prehospital environment; effectively communicates with all persons and departments involved in the administration of Emergency Medical Care.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Drives emergency or response vehicle. (20%)
• Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provides basic and advanced life support to the critically ill and injured during treatment and transport in the prehospital setting. (50%)
• Completes required documentation according to regulatory standards. (15%)
• Maintains equipment and inventory of supplies including BLS and ALS and has accountability for medications on every EMS unit per regulatory standards. (15%)
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• For Prehospital Response Unit: 5 years’ relevant experience and current preceptor status
• Medical Command eligible
• PA certification as Paramedic or licensed PHRN
• Valid Driver's License
• EMSVO within 30 days of hire
• ACLS within 30 days of hire
• ITLS/PHTLS within 2 months of hire
• PALS within 30 days of hire
• CPR – American Heart Association
• Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
• Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
• Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate

Preferred

• Basic Vehicle Rescue Awareness, Haz-Mat Technician. ICS 100, 200 and IS 700, 800, ABLS and ASLS
• One year experience (AHN EMS)