Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) - East - Part-Time

Overview

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.

Part-Time: 20 Hours/Weekly

• Responds to EMS calls whether emergency or routine transport, observes safety policies and operates an emergency vehicle with due regard for others.
• Provides health care instruction/education to patient and family members.
• Prepares patients for scheduled procedures and assists in patient assessment.
• Prepares, hangs, monitors, and discontinues I.V. fluids.
• Responds to emergency non-emergency calls as an Advanced Life Support Provider when appropriate, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health (PA DOH) EMS protocols.

• 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.

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or GED Required.

Work Experience:

At least 1 year in a busy 911 system.

Licenses:
Certified Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Upon Hire Required;
Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required;
Certified EMS Vehicle Operator Upon Hire Required.

Driver's License Statement:
Must possess a valid driver's license in the current state of residence. Driving record must meet requirements established by Well Span Risk Management.

Courses and Training:
Emergency Vehicle Operator's Course (EVOC);
National Incident Management System (NIMS) 100, 200, 700, 800 – Hazardous Materials Awareness (Upon Hire Required).

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including Daily Pay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave