Paramedic - East - Full-Time

WellSpan Health; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

DailyPay

Job summary

WellSpan Health is seeking a qualified EMS professional to respond to emergency calls and provide advanced patient care in accordance with PA DOH EMS Act and scope of practice.

The role includes preparing patients for procedures, administering IV fluids, and delivering health education to patients and families. Responsibilities emphasize safety, documentation, and ongoing education within a team-centered environment.

Qualifications

• Requires High School diploma or GED.
• Paramedic certification required upon hire; R.N. certification accepted.
• BLS and ACLS certifications required upon hire; EVOC training also required.
• Must possess valid driver’s license and meet risk management standards.
• Course work in EMS operations and NIMS training as listed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to EMS calls and operate an emergency vehicle with safety.
• Prepare, hang, monitor, and administer IV fluids.
• Provide health care instruction to patients and families.
• Prepare patients for procedures and assist in assessments.
• Respond to emergency calls as a single Advanced Life Support Provider.

Skills

EMS

Paramedic

Patient care

Safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paramedic Certification

Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse Certification

Basic Life Support

Advanced Cardiac Life Support

Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC)

NIMS 100/200/700/800

Job description

• Locations 169 Martin Ave, Ephrata, PA, 17522, US
• Assignment Category Not Applicable
• FTE 0.9

Job Description

Schedule

General Summary

Responds to EMS calls and performs a variety of functions related to the care and treatment of patients suffering from urgent and emergent disease and/or injury states in accordance with appropriate rules, regulations, and protocols. according to PA DOH EMS Act and scope of practice.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions:

• Responds to EMS calls, observes safety policies, and operates an emergency vehicle with due regard for others.
• Prepares, hangs, monitors, and administers I.V. fluids.
• Provides health care instruction/education to patient and family members.
• Prepares patients for scheduled procedures and assists in patient assessment.
• Responds to emergency calls as a single Advanced Life Support Provider

Common Expectations:

• Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor, and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Participates in educational programs and in-service meetings.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.

Qualifications

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience:

• 1 year In busy 911 system. Required

Licenses:

• Certified Paramedic Upon Hire Required or
• Certified Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse Upon Hire Required and
• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required and
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Upon Hire Required and

Driver's License Statement:

Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by WellSpan Risk Management.

Courses and Training:

• Medical Command Authorization Upon Hire Required and
• Emergency Vehicle Operator\'s Course (EVOC) Upon Hire Required and
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, 800 – Hazardous Materials Awareness Upon Hire Required and
• Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) Upon Hire Required

Benefits Offered:

• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay

WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.