What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Medical Technician position at Geisinger Health System?
Job Title : Emergency Medical Technician
Location : Orangeville, Pennsylvania
Job Category : Patient Support, Nursing and Nursing Support
Schedule : Rotation
Work Type : Full time
Department : Central Region Emergency Medical Services Team
Date Posted : 08 / 14 / 2024
Job ID : R-65984
Job Summary : Offering a $7,500 bonus for eligible candidates!
Job Duties :
- Provide advanced life support services in the community as dispatched.
- Comply with all Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Laws during operation.
- Conduct patient assessments and gather historical information, relaying crucial findings via two-way communications to the Medical Commander.
- Deliver patient care within the defined scope of practice and according to established triage, treatment, and transfer guidelines.
- Take charge at the scene of pre-hospital patient incidents, directing primary response teams effectively.
- Perform routine checks of vehicles and equipment at the start and end of each shift to ensure operational readiness.
- Complete comprehensive reports detailing outcomes of each dispatch, ensuring timely submission of patient encounter documents.
- Assist in orienting new hires and providing mentorship to less experienced personnel and students.
- Partake in general upkeep and housekeeping activities along with fellow team members.
- Engage actively in patient safety initiatives and improvement programs.
- Identify and report processes that could lead to patient safety issues or errors.
- Adhere to all organizational and departmental policies related to the role.
- Participate in mandated training programs aimed at enhancing patient safety.
- Promptly report any serious incidents following hospital protocols.
- Collaborate with local Fire and Rescue teams to conduct joint emergency operations.
Our work environment is predominantly clinical. As a member of our team, you will be expected to meet all specific job obligations while conforming to organizational procedures. The details presented are indicative of what is required to perform this role effectively.
Why Join Geisinger?
Education : Graduate from a Specialty Training Program (Required)
Certifications and Licenses : Certified Paramedic, Valid Driver's License, Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator.
Our Purpose & Values : We prioritize compassionate care for our patients, our teams, and our community. We embrace diversity and inclusion in our workplace, believing that a varied workforce creates a stronger organization. We are committed to equal opportunity and encourage all qualified applicants to apply.
Salary : $5,000
