Paramedic - Part Time

Mutual Aid Ambulance Service, Inc.; Greensburg (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in emergency medical services is seeking a dedicated Paramedic to join their team. This part-time role offers the opportunity to provide critical care and support to patients in urgent need. You will be responsible for conducting thorough assessments, administering life-saving treatments, and ensuring patient safety during transport. The ideal candidate will possess a valid Paramedic certification and demonstrate compassion and professionalism in high-pressure situations. Join a team that values teamwork and continuous development, and make a real difference in your community.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Career Development

Qualifications

• Valid Pennsylvania State Paramedic certification required.
• Experience as a field EMS provider preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced emergency medical care for critical patients.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments and deploy prescribed treatments.
• Drive corporate vehicles to medical incidents safely.

Skills

Advanced emergency medical care

Patient assessment

Compassion and empathy

Medical equipment proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

College preferred

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

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Overall Objective of Job

The Paramedic's primary responsibility is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients accessing the emergency medical system. The Paramedic must possess the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. Through recognized standards of care, continued education, system-developed standard operating guidelines, and compliance with medically sound policies and procedures, the Paramedic must be able to properly assess the scene, accurately interrogate and assess the patient, and deliver the required standard of professional care. The Paramedic plays a pivotal role in providing comfort, aid, and all levels of life support to patients requiring pre-hospital care. No two patients are alike, and some clinical presentations may not require life-saving interventions. It is the duty of the Paramedic to deploy compassion and empathy during all perceived emergencies and to provide thorough and complete care.

Essential Functions of Job

1. Maintain a constant state of readiness and fitness for duty, including completing vehicle and equipment inventories and operation checklists. Report deficiencies and actively participate in mitigation or correction.
2. Drive corporate vehicles to and from medical incidents following dispatch instructions, adhering to all safety standards and traffic laws.
3. Ensure safety at the scene by securing the vehicle and mitigating hazards, or communicating hazards to responders.
4. Conduct thorough patient assessments, deploy prescribed treatments per protocols, and advocate for patient rights and wellbeing. Demonstrate proficiency with medical equipment.
5. Provide comprehensive reports to receiving facilities, complete documentation or electronic patient care reports as required.
6. Restock equipment, clean, and decontaminate the vehicle and equipment post-incident.
7. Function as a team member, promoting a positive attitude, open communication, and coordination with other emergency personnel.

Other Duties of Job

• Attend meetings, training, and seminars as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision

Receives occasional instruction from supervisors and provides occasional instruction to EMT crew members.

Working Conditions

• Indoor/outdoor work in varying weather conditions.
• Exposure to noise, stress, dust, dirt, contaminants, and bodily fluids.
• Work beyond normal hours and in physically demanding environments.
• Wear protective gear and operate in potentially hazardous situations.

Physical and Mental Conditions

Requires physical strength, dexterity, and the ability to operate in adverse environments. Must meet specific activity frequencies and physical demands listed, such as standing, walking, lifting, bending, reaching, and handling equipment. Must respond quickly and communicate effectively under stress, maintain professionalism, and work independently with sound judgment.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required; college preferred. Valid Pennsylvania State Paramedic certification, BLS, ACLS, PALS, and other specified training required. Experience as a field EMS provider preferred. Must hold a valid PA Driver License and clearances as specified.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Career Development

Mutual Aid Ambulance Service Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.