Job Description

Emergency Medical Technician - EMT at Geisinger summary:

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides emergency medical care and basic life support to patients, evaluates their condition, documents treatment, and transports patients safely. They operate emergency vehicles following safety protocols and maintain a clean, well-stocked environment. The role requires certification, patient confidentiality, and compliance with healthcare policies while delivering compassionate care under rotation schedules.

Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician - EMT
Location: Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Patient Support, Nursing and Nursing Support
Schedule: Rotation
Work Type: Full time
Department: GWV Field Operations Team
Date Posted: 03/18/2025
Job ID: R-75253
Job SummaryGeisinger is offering EMT's a NEW starting rate. We also offer a $5,000 Bonus for those who qualify!! Current openings in Wilkes-Barre and Scranton
Job Duties

• Examine and evaluate patients to determine necessary care.
• Provide patients with emergency care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment.
• Provide basic life support and gather patient data.
• Document patient information, condition, and treatment.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and perform all care with respect for patient rights.
• Transport patients in accordance with outlined policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and well-stocked environment for patients.
• Operate and drive ambulance in conjunction with applicable safety policies and laws.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Position Details

Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive health insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment with three medical plan options, including flexible spending account (FSA) and health savings account (HSA) options

• Life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage paid for by the company

• A competitive 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions beginning on your first day of employment

• A generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

• Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000/year

• Access to the MyHealth Rewards wellness program, which helps you improve your health and earn incentives

• Support for families, including adoption assistance, paid parental leave, paid military leave, and a free care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

• We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. That's why we offer several Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which provide opportunities for you to network and develop professionally. Our ERGs are open to all employees and are formed around common identities.

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EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)
Certification(s) and License(s)Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body; Certified Emergency Medical Technician - State of Pennsylvania; Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator - Default Issuing Body
Our Purpose & ValuesOUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Keywords:

Emergency Medical Technician, EMT, Basic Life Support, Patient Care, Emergency Response, Ambulance Operator, Patient Transport, Medical Documentation, Healthcare, Emergency Services

Job Tags

Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Flexible hours,

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