Paramedic – Ambulance and Chair (Casual)

The Paramedic provides advanced life support care in the prehospital setting in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations, regional protocols, and Ambulance and Chair policies. Paramedics serve as clinical leaders on scene, delivering high-acuity patient care, coordinating resources, and supporting team members to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered outcomes.

Responsibilities

Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls in a safe, timely, and professional manner; Perform advanced patient assessments, clinical decision-making, and treatment planning; Provide ALS interventions within PA scope of practice, including advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and resuscitation; Utilize advanced equipment such as mechanical ventilators, IV pumps, LUCAS devices, and blood products per protocol; Serve as the lead clinician on scene, coordinate care with EMTs, AEMTs, dispatch, medical command, hospitals, and partner agencies; Provide mentorship, clinical guidance, and support to EMT-Basics and AEMTs; Accurately complete electronic patient care reports (ePCR); Ensure ambulance, equipment, and medication readiness; Participate in quality improvement, training, protocol development, and research initiatives; Uphold patient confidentiality, professionalism, and organizational values

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent required; Current Pennsylvania Paramedic certification; Valid Pennsylvania driver's license with acceptable driving record; Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS/ITLS card; Emergency Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certificate; Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including lifting and moving patients; Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills; Ability to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situations; Clearances must be dated within 90 days: Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal, Act 33 with renewal, Act 34, Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Nice to have

Prior EMS experience; Familiarity with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) systems; Interest in mentorship, education, or service development initiatives

Benefits

New uniforms provided (coat, shirts, pants); Annual fleet upgrades with new ambulances every year; Power stretchers and power load systems; Blood Protocol participation; Zoll Z Vent portable ventilators; Sapphire IV pumps; LUCAS devices; iPads for on-the-go charting; Video laryngoscopes (early 2026); Opportunities to participate in research initiatives (PAIN Study Program, Nitrous use by BLS providers); 24-for-24 pay; Retirement plan with employer match; Tuition assistance; Over 5 weeks of paid time off every year; Affordable medical, dental & vision coverage; Student loan assistance and tuition reimbursement options; Up to 8% of eligible pay in retirement contributions from UPMC; Employer-paid life insurance; Two weeks of paid parental leave; Family planning resources; Tuition assistance for dependents; Comprehensive health care for dependents; Emergency child and elder care options; Flexible work arrangements; Employee resource groups; Awards for champions of dignity & respect; Center for Workplace Culture and Engagement; Programs for veteran engagement; Up to $6,000 of annual tuition assistance; Ongoing learning via LinkedIn Learning; Accelerated career pathways for growth; Robust instructor-led education and learning pathways