Paramedic Technician

Join Our Mission to Serve the Community

At VMSC Emergency Medical Services, we are committed to redefining community-focused emergency care.

Compensation:
Full-Time EMTs: $29.64 per hour
Part-Time EMTs: $31.64 per hour

Are you seeking a reliable and rewarding career with a provider that prioritizes community service? VMSC, established nearly a century ago on the principles of Loyalty, Humanity, and Mercy, may be the perfect fit for you. You will become part of a diverse team of emergency medical professionals dedicated to your growth and development. We appreciate the expertise you bring and strive to create an environment where you can effectively apply your skills.

Why Choose VMSC?
In addition to competitive pay with annual increases, you will enjoy numerous benefits, including:

• Membership in a Union Department - IAFF Local
• Work schedules of 36 hours and 48 hours, with opportunities for 8 hours of overtime weekly
• Agency-funded health and dental insurance
• Increasing paid time off, starting at 138 hours in the first year
• Paid holidays, including Juneteenth, Labor Day, and Memorial Day
• Longevity bonus after five years of service
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost
• Life insurance at no cost
• 401k retirement plan
• Uniforms provided
• $200 annual allowance for EMS uniform-related expenses

Key Responsibilities:

• Embody the principles of Loyalty, Humanity, and Mercy in your daily activities.

• Pursue continuous improvement through education, skill application, and dedication to your role.

• Serve our communities as a provider focused on their needs.

• Operate within the full scope of the PA Protocol for Emergency Medical Technicians.

• Adhere to safety standards and universal precautions, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.

Qualifications:

Essential Skills:
• Proficient in reading, writing, and communicating effectively with colleagues and supervisors.

• Capable of drafting simple correspondence or reports.

• Able to present information clearly in one-on-one and small group settings.

• Familiarity with state and organizational protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies.

• Knowledge of techniques for delivering on-site emergency medical services.

Education, Experience, and Licensing:
• Valid state driver's license with a clean driving record.

• Pennsylvania EMT certification.

• Current Health Care Provider CPR certification.

• EVOC and EMSVO certifications (provided if not previously held).

• Completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, and 800 (available online).

• Familiarity with laboratory best practices and equipment.

• Minimum of two years of experience as a medical technician or medical laboratory technician is required.

• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills are essential.

• An associate's degree from an accredited clinical laboratory science program is required.

• A MLT license from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is necessary.

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