Paramedic: Part-Time

Cheltenham Township; Elkins Park Gardens (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Pension plan with 457(b)

Generous vacation and holidays

Job summary

Cheltenham Township is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic to deliver advanced life support to patients in emergencies within Montgomery County. The role requires state certification, a valid PA driver’s license, and the ability to follow orders in high-stress situations.

You will perform vehicle and equipment checks, document all patient contacts, and work with a dedicated team to ensure patient safety and timely care. Benefits include competitive salary and health coverage.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• State EVOC course certification is required.
• PA EMT-Paramedic certification is required.
• CPR/BLS certification (Red Cross/Heart Association) is required.
• ACLS & PALS, NIMS 100 & 700 certifications are required.
• Valid PA driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced life support to patients in emergencies.
• Handle equipment, vehicle controls, and patient movement.
• Perform equipment and vehicle checks to maintain readiness.
• Document all patient contacts accurately.
• Perform housekeeping duties to maintain a clean building/garage area.
• Fulfill other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Provide ALS to patients in emergencies

Handle first-aid equipment and patient

Documentation of patient contacts

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

State Certified EVOC Course

Certified PA Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Certified CPR Basic Life Support (Red Cross/Heart Association)

ACLS & PALS, NIMS 100 & 700

Valid PA Driver’s License

Tools

First-aid equipment handling

Job description

• Provide advanced life support (ALS) to patients in emergency situations.
• Handle first-aid equipment, vehicle controls, and patient(s).
• Completes equipment and vehicle checks and maintenance to maintain vehicle readiness.
• Charting and documentation of all patient contacts.
• Performs housekeeping functions as assigned to maintain a clean and healthy condition of the building and garage areas.
• Performs other related functions as required and assigned.
• Necessary Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Valid PA Driver’s License
  • Understand and follow verbal instruction
  • React calmly and rationally in emergency situations
  • 911 experience preferred, not required
  • Ability to make decisions quickly
  • State Certified EVOC Course
  • Work closely with others
  • Must have Montgomery County Medical Command Status or obtain in three (3) months
  • Certified PA Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic Certification
  • Certified in Red Cross or Heart Association CPR Basic Life Support
  • Current ACLS & PALS, NIMS 100 & 700
• In Return, our employees enjoy:
  • Working with a great team!
  • A competitive salary
  • Excellent, affordable health insurance, as well as dental and vision insurance
  • Pension plan with 457(b) option
  • Generous vacation time, sick time, and holiday time

Cheltenham Township recognizes that diversity and inclusion are critical to our success and seeks to recruit the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.