UPMC
Washington or Washington County or Greene County

Paramedic - Ambulance and Chair (Casual)

Posted 2 days ago

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Washington or Washington County or Greene County
Posted
2 days ago
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About this role

%3Cp%3EThe Center for Emergency Medicine - Ambulance and Chair is looking to Casual Paramedics.%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EIf you%27re a Paramedic who values professionalism, growth, and being part of a forward-thinking EMS organization, Ambulance and Chair offers the opportunity to make a real impact - both on patients and on the future of our service.%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESchedule %26amp; Work Environment%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E12 hours per month required%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ESchedule posted 30 days in advance%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECall Volume split between primarily 911 emergency response dominant and non-emergency transports%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ECoverage area ranges from urban to rural environments%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Chr%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWhy Work with Us?%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3EOur service is entering an exciting new chapter, with leadership dedicated to supporting and developing our people. 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and professional manner%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPerform advanced patient assessments, clinical decision-making, and treatment planning%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProvide ALS interventions within PA scope of practice, including advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and resuscitation%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EUtilize advanced equipment such as mechanic ventilators, IV pumps, LUCAS devices, and blood products per protocol%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EServe as the lead clinician on scene, coordinator care with EMTs, AEMTs, dispatch, medical command, hospitals, and partner agencies%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EProvide mentorship, clinical guidance, and support to EMT-Basics and AEMTs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EAccurately complete electronic patient care reports (ePCR)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EEnsure ambulance, equipment, and medication readiness%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EParticipate in quality improvement, training, protocol development, and research initiatives%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EUphold patient confidentiality, professionalism, and 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Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or equivalent required
  • Current Pennsylvania Paramedic certification
  • Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with acceptable driving record
  • Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS/ITLS card
  • Emergency Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certificate
  • Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including lifting and moving patients
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills
  • Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations

Clearances must be dated within 90 days:

  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
  • Act 33 with renewal
  • Act 34
  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior EMS experience
  • Familiarity with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) systems
  • Interest in mentorship, education, or service development initiatives

About UPMC

UPMC
Washington or Washington County or Greene County