Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA:Hershey
Work Type: PRN
FTE: 0.001
Shift: Varied
Hours: 12 hours

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to autonomously provide Critical Life Support Care and/or stabilization of chronically or acutely ill and/or injured adult and pediatric patients for both on scene and inter-hospital facility transports under protocols established by the Medical Director. Collaborates with other health team members and associated resource persons to provide continuity in patient care, problem solve, and implement treatment modalities and interventions in an effort to maximize patient outcomes. This position is for ground, candidates will be considered for air after a year of employment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

High School diploma or equivalent required

Five (5) years of experience as an EMT-P in a busy 911 system required. Department of Transportation (DOT) National Standard Curriculum for EMT-P required

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic certification within the Commonwealth of PA or Pre-Hospital Health Professional credential required

Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Basic Cardiac Life Support, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support required

Completion of approved Emergency Vehicle Operations Training program required within two (2) months of date of hire

PA DOH EMSVO eligibility required within two (2) months of date of hire

Candidate must have a valid Pennsylvania State Drivers License as well as the physical stamina to work in an unstructured environment during periods of inclement weather and be able to move over rough terrain

NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S):

International Trauma Life Support or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support Certification preferred

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.

Union: Non Bargained

About Penn State Health

At Penn State Hershey, our mission is to enhance the quality of life and serve our community through improved health, the education of health professionals, and the discovery of knowledge. For us, service excellence is not only for our patients but also our employees. It means valuing each and every employee.

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