Emergency Medical technician, Lehigh and Northampton counties, Full Time an at St. Luke's University Health Network

Northampton, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Dec, 25

Salary

0.0

Posted On

20 Sep, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Emergency Medical Care, Patient Assessment, Basic Life Support, Advanced Life Support, Communication, Documentation, Team Collaboration, Vehicle Operation, Rescue Techniques, Crowd Management, Clerical Duties, Physical Strength, Problem Solving, Judgment, Initiative, Tact

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. The Emergency Medical Technician is a Pennsylvania certified EMT who is responsible for providing emergency and non-emergency pre-hospital care to patients and safe and efficient transport of patients. The EMT also performs clerical and non-technical duties as assigned by the Executive Director of Ambulance & Transportation Services or supervisors of St. Luke’s Emergency & Transport Service. JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administering basic and restricted advanced life support to patients at the scene, en route to the hospital and in a pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, and local laws, regulations and standards. Working within their certification via the “scope of practice” regulated by the Pennsylvania Department of Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Assessing the nature and extent of injury or illness to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed. Rescuing and extricating victims of accidents, sudden illness or entrapment using proper rescue and medical techniques. Treating patients at the scene, en route to the hospital, and in a pre-hospital setting in accordance with federal, state, local, laws, regulations and standards. Communicating with professional medical personnel and treatment facilities to obtain instructions regarding further treatment and/ or to arrange reception of patients to the appropriate center. Maintaining order at scenes, including crowd disbursement and restraint of family and friends. Completing patient care forms, insurance forms, evaluation forms, ambulance checklist and all other forms in a competent and timely fashion. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated. Collaborates with other health team members to maintain a professional working relationship with all organizations at an incident. Completely, thoroughly, professionally documents assessments, physical findings and treatment rendered in pre-hospital setting on approved patient care report within 24 hours of the dispatch of the call. Completes vehicle and equipment accountability checklist each scheduled shift. Places vehicle in condition of readiness including, cleaning, disinfecting, refueling and restocking. Is alert to potential CQI problems and actively participates in solving such problems. Recognizes and utilizes proper chain of command. Responsible for attending at least six (6) staff meetings per year. Recognizes legal responsibilities and functions within limitations as specified by law. Operates emergency vehicle safely, in accordance with State Laws and SLETS policies. PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS: Sitting 3 hours a day; 30 minutes at a time. Standing up to 2 hours a day; 30 minutes at a time. Walking up to 3 hours a day; 30 minutes at a time. Continuous use of hands and fingers. Frequently grasping firmly and twisting/turning of the fingers and hand(s) simultaneously. Occasionally reaches above shoulder level. Occasionally lifts an object from a lower to a higher position 200 to 350 pounds. Occasionally carrying an object of 11 to 25 pounds. Occasionally pushes up to 75 pounds. Occasionally pulls up to 350 pounds. Frequently stooping and bending. Frequently squatting. Occasionally crouching and kneeling. Occasionally crawling. Occasional climbing. Must be able to perceive attributes of an object through touch. Must be able to hear as it relates to normal conversation. Must be able to see as it relates to general, near, far, color, peripheral vision and vision monotony. Maintain balance and strength in awkward positions. Speak clearly, even under stressful circumstances. Accurately communicate ideas orally and in writing in English. Respond physically with speed. Speak at proper volumes for appropriate situations. Must get along with others. EDUCATION: High School Diploma preferred. TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: ·PA certified EMT required. (6 months or more experience as an EMT preferred). ·Current BLS certification required. ·EVOC/EVDT certification required by completion of department orientation. Driver requirements (PA DOH Requirement). Be at least 18 years of age and have a valid drivers license. Must observe all traffic laws. Must not be addicted to, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Must be free from any physical or mental defects or disease that may impair the person’s ability to drive an ambulance. ·Hazardous materials R & I certification or higher preferred. ·PHTLS certification Preferred. ·NIMS 100, 200, 300, 400, 700 or 800 Preferred. ·Tact courtesy, initiative, judgment and the ability to follow directions is required. Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!! St. Luke's University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Founded in 1872, St. Luke’s University Health Network (SLUHN) is a fully integrated, regional, non-profit network of more than 23,000 employees providing services at 16 campuses and 350+ outpatient sites. With annual net revenue in excess of $4 billion, the Network’s service area includes 11 counties in two states: Lehigh, Northampton, Berks, Bucks, Carbon, Montgomery, Monroe, Schuylkill and Luzerne counties in Pennsylvania and Warren and Hunterdon counties in New Jersey. St. Luke’s hospitals operate the largest network of trauma centers in Pennsylvania, with the Bethlehem Campus being home to St. Luke’s Children’s Hospital. SLUHN is the only Lehigh Valley-based health care system to earn Medicare’s five-star ratings (the highest) for quality, efficiency and patient satisfaction. It is both a Leapfrog Group and Healthgrades Top Hospital and a Newsweek World’s Best Hospital. The Network’s flagship University Hospital has earned the 100 Top Major Teaching Hospital designation from Premier 13 times total and eleven years in a row, including in 2023 when it was identified as THE #4 TEACHING HOSPITAL IN THE COUNTRY. In 2021, St. Luke’s was identified as one of the 15 Top Health Systems nationally. St. Luke’s is the ONLY health care institution in the Lehigh Valley to be named a Top Workplace regionally repeating the exclusive honor for the third year in a row. Also, for the third straight year, St. Luke’s has been a Top Workplaces in the Philadelphia Region by the Philadelphia Inquirer, ranking 9th in the large employer category for 2025 and the only health care system in PA to receive this award. In 2025, St. Luke’s was recognized as a national Top Workplaces by USA Today, three years in a row, including the 3rd best health care system in the nation in 2023 and 2024. Lastly, in 2025, St. Luke’s was named a Top Workplace in New Jersey for the third year in a row. Learn More Here.

Responsibilities

The Emergency Medical Technician is responsible for providing emergency and non-emergency pre-hospital care to patients and ensuring their safe transport. They also perform clerical and non-technical duties as assigned by supervisors.