Per Diem / PRN Paramedic - $27-33 per hour

Pennstate Geisinger Health Group; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health system as a Paramedic in Hershey, Pennsylvania, where you will provide critical care and support to patients in need. This role emphasizes autonomy and collaboration, allowing you to make a significant impact on patient outcomes. With a focus on both scene responses and inter-hospital transports, you'll utilize your advanced life support skills in a dynamic environment. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision from day one, plus wellness programs and generous paid time off. Embrace this opportunity to be part of a dedicated team committed to improving health and changing lives every day.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Continuing Education

401k Retirement Plan

Pet Insurance

Wellness and Fitness Programs

Employee Assistance Programs

Medical Benefits

Dental Benefits

Vision Benefits

Life Insurance

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Paramedic roles with a focus on critical care.
• Valid Paramedic credential and advanced life support certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care life support for adult and pediatric patients.
• Collaborate with health team members for optimal patient outcomes.

Skills

Critical Care Life Support

Advanced Life Support

Patient Care

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Health-related Field

Tools

NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800

Paramedic Credential

Job description

PennState Health is seeking a per diem / prn Paramedic for a per diem / prn job in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Paramedic
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Up to 36.00 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, flexible
• Employment Type: Per Diem

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to autonomously provide Critical Care Life Support and/or stabilization of chronically or acutely ill and/or injured adult and pediatric patients for both scene responses and inter-hospital facility transports under established protocols via Air or Ground units. Collaborates with other health team members and associated resource persons to provide continuity in patient care, problem solve, and implement treatment modalities and interventions to maximize positive patient outcomes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Five (5) years of experience required.
• Three (3) years Advanced Life Support (Paramedic) 911 experience required.
• Department of Transportation (DOT) National Standard Curriculum for EMT-P required.
• Valid Paramedic credential within the Commonwealth of PA. National Registry Paramedics (NR-P) must obtain Pennsylvania credential.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Life Support (CPR), Pediatric Advanced Life Support.
• Pennsylvania EMSVO endorsement required.
• Candidate must have a valid driver's license.
• NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 required.
• Paramedics must obtain their FP-C within one (1) year of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

• Five (5) years of Advanced Life Support (Paramedic) experience in a busy 911 system (>10,000 calls per year).
• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field.
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS).
• Neonatal resuscitation provider (NRP), S.T.A.B.L.E. provider.
• Flight Paramedic Certified (FP-C).
• Critical Care Education.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

Recruiter: Denisse Rosado

PennState Health Job ID #2139-49627. Posted job title: Flight Paramedic Critical Care - Life Lion

About PennState Health

Penn State Health is a multi-hospital health system serving patients and communities across 29 counties of Pennsylvania. Our mission is to improve health through patient care, research, education, and community outreach. A career at Penn State Health is truly a one-of-a-kind experience. It’s an opportunity to be a part of a team that’s changing lives every day.

Benefits

• Holiday Pay
• Continuing Education
• 401k retirement plan
• Pet insurance
• Wellness and fitness programs
• Employee assistance programs
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Benefits start day 1
• Life insurance
• Discount program