Paramedic (full-time)

1 month ago


Lewisburg, United States Evangelical Community Hospital Full time
POSITION DETAILS

Department: Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS)
Location: US:PA:Lewisburg
Typical Work Schedule: Days, Evenings, & Nights
Primary Shift: Varying Shifts
Work Type: 1.0 FTE (full-time, 80 hours biweekly)
Exempt: No

SUMMARY
We are accepting applications for full-time Paramedics with the option of 12-hour and 24-hour shifts at various stations within our service area for our growing 911 dispatched emergent BLS, iALS ambulances, MICU ambulances and ALS Squad units as well as our non-emergent transport service to provide excellent medical care with compassion and professionalism in our community.

QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- National Registry Certification encouraged.
- Current Pennsylvania certification as a Paramedic.
- Current CPR, ACLS, and PALS certification required.
- One year experience providing pre-hospital and in-hospital emergency care preferred.
- Current EVOC certification or obtain within one year of employment.
- Current Hazardous Material at the R & I level minimum. Must obtain within the first year of employment and maintain thereafter in compliance with OSHA Act: CFR 1910-120.
- Driving a company vehicle (or personal vehicle, as required) is a requirement of the position, and as a condition of employment this position requires the job holder to have and maintain a satisfactory driving record, an active driver's license, and automobile insurance coverage. Driving records are obtained prior to new hire starting and annually thereafter.
- Pennsylvania state police criminal record check, child abuse history clearance and an FBI criminal history check required.

WORKING CONDITIONS
* Involves direct close patient contact 35.00%
* May be subject to unpleasant environmental conditions /temps 35.00%
* Subject to injury from confused, combative patients 35.00%
* Manual and finger dexterity to operate computer & equipment 100.00%
* Maneuvering and positioning patients up to 300 lbs 65.00%
* Must be able to see/hear, or use prosthetics 100.00%
* Frequently required/prolonged sitting, standing or walking 80.00%
* Stand, bend, lift & grab/clean necessary items/instruments 65.00%
* Stoop, kneel, crouch/crawl/climb stairs/ladders/small spaces 0.00%
* Walking, standing and lifting of materials/equip up to 60lbs 65.00%

ABOUT EVANGELICAL REGIONAL MOBILE MEDICAL SERVICES (ERMMS)
Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services (ERMMS) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Evangelical Community Hospital, a 132-bed, independent, non-denominational hospital located in the picturesque town of Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Evangelical Regional Mobile Medical Services is a premier emergency medical services provider in central Pennsylvania, operating 5 mobile intensive care units, 3 basic life support ambulances and a medic unit. Across our system, we respond to over 11,000 calls a year in a diverse geographic coverage area. We recognize the value of access to healthcare for all residents and visitors to our communities. ERMMS continues to grow through its ongoing commitment to provide emergency medical care for all residents and visitors in our communities.

ABOUT WELLSPAN HEALTH
WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 220 locations, nine-award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
WellSpan Evangelical Community Hospital is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.