TD Paramedic - Per Diem

TowerDIRECT is a multifaceted EMS solution to support our patients, co-workers, and communities. TowerDIRECT focus is on:

• Emergency 911 responses to municipalities
• Interfacility Transport Services
• Critical Care Transport Services
• EMS Outreach
• Community Paramedicine

Establishing TowerDIRECT provides Tower Health with a platform to improve the operations and sustainability of emergency, non-emergency, critical care, and pediatric patient transport services.

Responsibilities

The Paramedic, under the supervision of the EMS Supervisor and the ED Director, is responsible for providing Advanced Life Support care to patients. Provide pre-hospital treatment of patients requiring care as the result of illness/injury in addition to assessing a patient's condition and determine a course of treatment.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED Required
• Completion of study conducted by an accredited college or school for Paramedics
• Exhibits proficiency in pre-hospital care, has strong written and oral communication skills, as well as attention to detail

Experience:

• 1 year pre-hospital experience at the ALS level is preferred, while previous work experience is considered

Licenses/Certificates:

• Paramedic certification for PA Required
• Valid PA drivers license with Bureau of EMS approved Emergency Vehicle Operations course
• American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and PALS certification (required)
• Hazmat awareness, NIMS 100, 200, 700 & 800 proof of completion
• Must be 21 years of age