Paramedic (Casual) Mt Pleasant EMS / Contract

High Market Health; Mount Pleasant (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated emergency medical professionals to provide critical care in prehospital environments. This role involves driving emergency vehicles, delivering basic and advanced life support, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED, paramedic certification, and relevant experience. Join a team committed to excellence in emergency medical services and make a significant impact on the lives of those in need. If you are passionate about helping others and thrive in high-pressure 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

• Provide emergency medical care in prehospital settings.
• Drive emergency response vehicle and maintain equipment.

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 :

There are (2) positions available

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 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)

Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

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