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Paramedic

Lehigh Valley Health Network

Effort, PA
1 day ago
$45k - $65k

Job Description

Join Lehigh Valley Health Network as a Paramedic and be part of a dedicated team delivering advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care. This role is crucial in responding to medical crises and ensuring patient safety.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care
  • Operate emergency vehicles and perform life-saving procedures
  • Document patient care in charting software
  • Cares for patients in various medical crises
  • Assess injury or illness to prioritize medical procedures
  • Administer medications under physician direction
  • Communicate with medical personnel regarding treatment
  • Clean and decontaminate ambulance after patient transport

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • ACLS - Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • American Heart Association Basic Life Support
  • EMSVO Certification
  • PA EMT-P Paramedic or NREMT-Paramedic
  • Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree
  • 2 years experience in advanced life support service
  • 1 year pre-hospital paramedic experience

Benefits & Perks