Emergency Medical Technician - Philadelphia Region
Description King of Prussia and Philadelphia Operations Looking for a rewarding career in emergency medical services with a community-centric agency? Look no further than VMSC! We are seeking passionate and skilled EMTs to join our dynamic team and help us redefine what it means to be a community-first emergency service agency. At VMSC, we are committed to investing in our team members' well-being and professional growth. Our comprehensive wellness programs prioritize our employees' health and job satisfaction, while our Union Department - IAFF Local membership offers job security and a voice in the workplace. As a member of our team, you will be welcomed into a diverse team of emergency medical service professionals who will help you grow as a provider. We value your knowledge and the training you have already committed yourself to and want to provide you with a great environment to apply those skills. In addition to quality pay, with escalating wage increases each year, we offer a wide range of benefits, including health and dental insurance, funded health savings account, escalating paid time off, and 8 paid holidays. We also offer a longevity bonus after 5 years of service and short-term and long-term disability and life insurance at no cost to you. At VMSC, we believe in a Just Culture CQI and Peer Review and offer paid recertification continuing education to ensure that you are always up-to-date with the latest techniques and protocols. Our medical directors are actively involved in our agency, and we offer recognition programs and a $200 EMS uniform-related spending allowance yearly. As a member of our team, you will live the tenants of Loyalty, Humanity, and Mercy in your daily life and work to improve yourself daily through continuing education, skill utilization, and applying yourself in every part of your job. You will support the communities we serve by being a community-first provider and practicing to the fullest extent of the PA Protocol for Emergency Medical Technicians. If you meet the qualifications of having a valid state driver's license with a clean driving record, Pennsylvania EMT certification, current Health Care Provider CPR certification, and completion of ICS 100, 200, 700, 800 (we can help you if you don't have these), then we want you on our team. Apply today to join our team of dedicated professionals at VMSC, an Equal Opportunity Employer that handles over 15,000 calls annually and provides critical emergency response services to those in need across Montgomery and Monroe Counties, and Pediatric Transport Services to Montgomery and Philadelphia County Hospitals. Responsibilities ? Ensure safety standards and universal precautions are met, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment ? Provide basic life support interventions to ill or injured pediatric patients during transport ? Monitored and documented patient vital signs, medication administration, and other pertinent medical information ? Work collaboratively with the transport team and hospital staff to ensure seamless patient care during transport ? Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations ? Perform daily equipment checks to ensure all medical equipment is in proper working order ? Ensure a safe working environment for patients and team members Qualifications ? At least 2 years of experience as an EMT ? Excellent analysis, organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills are necessary ? Valid Pennsylvania State and National EMT certification ? Current and valid driver's license with a clean driving record ? Excellent communication and interpersonal skills ? Ability to work well under pressure and in a fast-paced environment ? Must have a strong commitment to patient care and safety Apply Job!