Emergency Medical Technician - Full Time - Rotating Shifts

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

Description:

Job Duties:

Be capable of performing all EMT basic skills and using BLS equipment.

• Verbally communicate in person and via telephone and telecommunications using the English language.

• Hear spoken information from co-workers, patients, physicians and dispatchers and sounds common to the emergency scene.

• Read and comprehend written materials under stressful conditions.

• Verbally interview patient, family members, and bystanders and hear their responses.

• Document physically, in writing, all relevant information in prescribed format.

• Demonstrate manual dexterity and fine motor skills, with ability to perform all tasks related to quality patient care.

• Interpret written, oral and diagnostic forms of instruction.

• Extricates patient from entrapment, assesses extent of injury, uses prescribed techniques and appliances, radios dispatcher for additional assistance or services, provides light rescue if required, provides additional emergency care.

• May function alone or as a member of a multi-member team. Receives calls from dispatcher, verbally acknowledges the call, reads road maps, identifies the most expeditious route to the scene, and observes traffic ordinances and regulations.

Requirements:

• Current PA EMT certification. Has not had their certification suspended for any reason as outlined in the Pennsylvania EMS Act.

• High School Diploma or GED.

• Copy of Child Abuse History Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services.

• Pennsylvania State Police criminal background clearance.

• FBI criminal background clearance and fingerprinting.

• Current CPR (BCLS) training.

• Valid driver's license in good standing. Been convicted within the last 4 years prior to the date of application of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Within the last 4 years prior to the date of application been convicted of reckless driving or had a driver's license suspended due to use of drugs or alcohol or a moving traffic violation.

• Emergency Vehicle Operators Certification (EVOC).

• Emergency Medical Service Vehicle Operators Certification (EMSVO).

• Rotating Shifts - 0700 - 1900 Wk 1 S, M, W Tr / 0700-1900 Wk 2 T, F, S

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.