Emergency Medical Technician - EMT
Geisinger · Wilkes-Barre, PA · 2 wk ago
On-siteHealthcareFull-time
Job Duties
- Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
- Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment.
- Provide basic life support and gather patient data.
- Document patient information, condition, and treatment.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights.
- Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients.
- Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws.
Position Details
- Benefits package includes comprehensive health insurance coverage, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability coverage, a competitive 401(k) plan, a generous paid time off (PTO) plan, tuition reimbursement, access to the MyHealth Rewards wellness program, support for families, and several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs).
Education
- A High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED) is required.
Certification(s) and License(s)
- Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator - Default Issuing Body
- Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body
- Certified Emergency Medical Technician - State of Pennsylvania
- Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Preceptor Skills
About Geisinger
- Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.
- With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually.
Equal Opportunity Employer
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
- KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
- EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
- LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
- INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
- SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
- We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
Best Employer for Healthy Lifestyles
- We are recognized as the Best Employer for Healthy Lifestyles by the National Business Group on Health.
Access to 121 State Parks
- We offer access to 121 state parks.