Paramedic (Casual) AHN Emergency Response, AVH

Highmark Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and dedicated team providing essential emergency medical care in a fast-paced environment. This role involves driving an emergency response vehicle, assessing and treating critically ill patients, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will be a compassionate and skilled paramedic, ready to make a difference in the lives of those in need. You'll play a vital role in a supportive network that values your expertise and commitment to excellence in emergency medical services. If you're passionate about helping others and thrive in challenging situations, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; paramedic certification preferred.
• 5 years of relevant experience for Prehospital Response Unit.

Responsibilities

• Drive emergency response vehicle and provide medical care.
• Document patient care and maintain 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 :

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:

1. Drives emergency response vehicle. (20%)
2. 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%)
3. Completes required documentation according to regulatory standards. (15%)
4. Maintains equipment and inventory of supplies including BLS and ALS and has accountability for medications on every EMS unit per regulatory standards. (15%)
5. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

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

Preferred

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