Emergency Medical Technician

Join a team that delivers excellence.

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is home to nearly 23,000 colleagues who make up our talented, vibrant, and diverse workforce.

Join our team and experience firsthand what it's like to be part of a nationally recognized health care organization that is forward-thinking and offers numerous opportunities for impactful work.

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, committed to excellence and offering ample opportunities to make a difference in the lives of others.

LVHN has been consistently ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. As a Magnet® Hospital, we have been honored five times with the prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in the Lehigh Valley region. Additionally, all our hospitals received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, signaling our commitment to exceptional patient safety. These accolades reflect LVHN's dedication to teamwork, compassion, and innovation in providing the highest quality care.

Summary

As an emergency response medical professional, you will provide immediate medical care to victims of accidents and sudden illnesses. You will deliver pre-hospital and intra-hospital advanced life support from the moment of contact until patient care is transferred to the accepting medical facility.

Job Duties

Represent the ambulance service at public service functions, expositions, and other events, providing ambulance stand-by services as needed.

Document assessments and treatments using patient care charting software accurately.

Provide care for patients in psychiatric, medical, and traumatic crises through medical and therapeutic services.

Collaborate as a member of a two-person ambulance crew in responding to emergency and non-emergency calls.

Operate emergency medical equipment including resuscitators and defibrillators for advanced life support.

Assess injury or illness severity to prioritize medical procedures such as stabilization and transport.

Respond to dispatch instructions and operate emergency vehicles safely and efficiently.

Administer medications under physician direction via injections or intravenous methods as required.

Communicate effectively with medical personnel at treatment facilities regarding patient care instructions.

Maintain sanitation standards by cleaning and decontaminating the ambulance after transporting or treating patients.

Minimum Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED.

Ability to assess needs of acutely and chronically ill patients and their families.

Proficiency in documenting and communicating essential information using various documentation tools.

Demonstrated age-specific competencies across a full patient spectrum including neonates to geriatric patients.

Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.

Capability to apply advanced knowledge and training in emergency response and life-saving procedures.

ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification in Pennsylvania required upon hire.

PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification in Pennsylvania required upon hire.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification in Pennsylvania required upon hire.

EMSVO Certification in Pennsylvania required upon hire.

PA EMT-P Paramedic certification in Pennsylvania required upon hire or NREMT-Paramedic certification required upon hire.

Valid PA Driver's License required upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's Degree.

Two years of experience in advanced life support services.

One year of pre-hospital paramedic experience.

NREMT-Paramedic or Pre-Hospital RN certification in Pennsylvania required upon hire.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift over 50 lbs, push/pull up to 140 lbs, and carry 80 lbs short distances. Frequent standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and reaching overhead are required.

This position description provides an overview of key responsibilities and requirements. Management reserves the right to modify this description to meet organizational needs. Additional duties may be assigned as circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. We provide employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or other protected classes. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy.

Valley Health Network does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agencies should refrain from forwarding resumes to our job aliases or any location. Lehigh Valley Health Network is not responsible for any agency fees related to unsolicited resumes.