Paramedic Per Diem

Position Details

Location:

Geisinger Emergency Medical Services Tremont. Shift: Days (United States of America). Scheduled weekly hours:
0. Worker Type:
Regular. Exemption Status:
No.

Provides pre‑hospital advanced life support services in accordance with the Pennsylvania Emergency Medical Services Act (37‑2009) and related rules, regulations, and regional protocols.

• Respond as dispatched within the defined geographic coverage area to enhance community advanced life support services.
• Abide by all Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Laws.
• Perform patient assessment, obtain historical data, and convey findings via two‑way communications systems to the Medical Commander.
• Effect patient care within scope of practice and in accordance with regional triage, treatment, and transfer protocols.
• Assume control position at the scene of the pre‑hospital encounter and provide direction to primary response personnel.
• Conduct vehicle and equipment surveys at the onset of each tour and following patient encounters; participate in maintaining preparedness for response.
• Perform routine equipment and vehicle checks at the change of each shift and use proper written documentation.
• Complete written reports detailing the outcome of each dispatch and promptly submit reports of each patient encounter at destination facilities and base location.
• Participate in the orientation of newly hired personnel and provide preceptorships as assigned for new personnel, students, and volunteers.
• Perform housekeeping duties along with other crew members.
• Actively participate in patient safety improvement and management programs, identifying processes or systems that could lead to errors or adverse events.
• Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures applicable to assigned duties.
• Participate in required organizational patient‑safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational safety.
• Report serious events and incidents promptly in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
• Coordinate with local Fire and Rescue personnel in conducting joint Fire and Emergency Medicine Services operations.
• Perform work typically in a clinical environment and satisfy all job‑specific obligations and compliance requirements.

• Education:
  
  Graduate from a Specialty Training Program (required).
• Certifications/Licenses:
  Basic Life Support Certification, Certified Paramedic, Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator, Valid Driver’s License.
• Experience:
  
  Relevant experience in pre‑hospital care is preferred.
• Skills:
  
  Communication, preceptor ability, teamwork.

Healthcare benefits for full‑time and part‑time positions from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage.

Geisinger is an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.