Emergency Medical Technician - Per Diem

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Hazleton, PA, US
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Onsite
Basic life support bls certification
Emergency medical technician basic license
Safe ambulance driving under stress
The role involves performing basic life support services and assisting paramedics with advanced life support for patients in accidents or illness scenes

Job Summary

  • The role involves performing basic life support services and assisting paramedics with advanced life support for patients in accidents or illness scenes.
  • Lehigh Valley Health Network is a nationally recognized organization ranked among the 'Best Hospitals' by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years.
  • Employees must be able to drive specially equipped emergency vehicles safely under various weather conditions while responding to emergency calls.

Matching Summary

The role involves performing basic life support services and assisting paramedics with advanced life support for patients in accidents or illness scenes.

Salary

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Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Basic Life Support BLS certification
  • Emergency Medical Technician Basic license
  • Safe ambulance driving under stress
  • Patient assessment and stabilization skills
  • Medical terminology and HIPAA knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in advanced life support settings
  • Pre-hospital experience on EMS units
  • Associate degree in healthcare field
  • Ability to multi-task in critical situations
  • Teamwork and compassion focus

Key Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED within 2 years of hire
  • BLS - Basic Life Support AHA certification upon hire
  • EMT-B - Emergency Medical Technician - Basic State of Pennsylvania license upon hire
  • Valid Driver's License PA upon hire
  • EMSVO - Emergency Medical Service Vehicle Operator certification within 1 year
  • PHTLS - Prehospital Trauma Life Support certification within 1 year
  • PEARS - Pediatric Emergency Assessment Recognition and Stabilization certification within 1 year

Work Rights

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