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Penn State Health Paramedic II Berks Division - Life Lion EMS Berks County in Reading, Pennsylvania
*$5,000 Sign On Bonus - Eligible to those that qualify*
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA:Reading
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Varied
Hours: 12
Recruiter Contact: Elyse Hahn at erider@pennstatehealth.psu.edu (//%7BRecruiterEmailAddress%7D)
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
Administer basic or advanced emergency medical care and assess injuries and illnesses. May administer medication intravenously, use equipment such as EKGs, or administer advanced life support to sick or injured individuals. Assume a lead role on routine transports.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
High School Diploma required
Graduate of an approved Paramedic training program required.
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (EMT-P) certification within the Commonwealth of PA or Pre-Hospital Health Professional credential required.
Two (2) years of experience as a Paramedic or one (1) year of experience as a Paramedic and one (1) year previous supervisory EMS experience or PHRN (Pre-Hospital Registered Nurse).
Three (3) years total of pre-hospital experience required
Basic Life Support certification, Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification, Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification, EVOC certificate, and NIMS (100, 200, 700 & 800) are required
A valid PA Driver's License with at least a 2 year driving history before beginning employment is required
Completion of approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Training program PA DOH EMSVO NIMS (100, 200, 700 & 800)
PA Hazmat awareness training is required within 30 days of employment.
Must obtain Medical Command within 90 days of start date.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
For more information: https://this.pennstatehealth.org/#thisIsPennStateHealth
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
For a full list with more detailed information: https://www.pennstatehealth.org/careers/working-here/total-rewards
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH LIFE LION?
Life Lion offers 24/7 emergency medical services (EMS) and 911 response to numerous municipalities throughout Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, Lebanon, York, Lancaster, and Berks counties. The Life Lion team includes paramedics, emergency medical technicians, nurses, physicians, pilots, dispatchers, and mechanics who are highly trained to deliver lifesaving services – including advanced and basic life support. Our team also prepares patients for the level of care they’ll need once they arrive at the hospital. Our Critical Care staff members are among the most highly trained clinicians in the nation. They attend countless hours of continuing education and attend advanced clinical rotations so they can provide the same level of critical care in the out-of-hospital environment during transport.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF for more detailed steps for assistance.
Position Paramedic II Berks Division - Life Lion EMS Berks County
Location US:PA:Reading | Allied Health | Full Time
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