Paramedic Jobs in Pennsylvania

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

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Paramedic Per Diem

  • Scranton, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Scranton, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Job Duties Responds as dispatched within defined geographic coverage area to enhance community advanced life support services. Abides by all Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Laws....

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

  • Berwick, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Berwick, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician Location: Berwick, Pennsylvania Job Category: Patient Support, Nursing and Nursing Support Schedule: Days Work Type: Full time Department: Central Region...

Paramedic

  • Minersville, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Minersville, PA
  • 22 days ago

Job Duties Responds as dispatched within defined geographic coverage area to enhance community advanced life support services. Abides by all Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Laws....

Paramedic - Part-Time Days

  • Pittston, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Pittston, PA
  • 60+ days ago

The Mobile Home Paramedic will respond to identified health needs and perform a home safety assessment, ultimately improving the quality of life and health....

Critical Care Flight Paramedic

  • State College, PA
  • 60+ days ago
  • State College, PA
  • 60+ days ago

The Critical Care Transport Paramedic meets the qualifications to provide care for patients from birth to over 100 years range Job Duties Provides critical care transport paramedic level until patient...

Paramedic - Scranton

  • Scranton, PA
  • 22 days ago
  • Scranton, PA
  • 22 days ago

: 10/07/2024 Job ID: R-68158 Job Summary $7,500 Bonus for those who qualify Job Duties Responds as dispatched within defined geographic coverage area to enhance community advanced life support services...

Paramedic Part Time

  • Scranton, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Scranton, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Job Duties Responds as dispatched within defined geographic coverage area to enhance community advanced life support services. Abides by all Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Laws....

Transport - Critical Care Paramedic

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 7 hours ago

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - issued through an organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex....

Paramedic- No Flight

  • Johnstown, PA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Johnstown, PA
  • 16 hours ago

life support as a paramedic representing CONEMAUGH while assisting EMS providers in the field via ground.Assumes responsibility and accountability for the treatment outcome of patients of all ages...

Fire Service Paramedic

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 17 hours ago

ABOUT THIS POSITION This is advanced life support and field paramedical work responding to emergency calls from the public to perform medical assistance with emphasis on the stabilization of patients...

Paramedic-Full-Time

  • York, PA
  • 2 days ago
  • York, PA
  • 2 days ago

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal Act 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability...

Paramedic, Clearfield EMS - 12866

  • Clearfield, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Clearfield, PA
  • 3 days ago

Paramedic, Clearfield EMS - 12866 false US:PA:Clearfield | Allied Health | Full Time Regular Posted 2 days ago Description Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State...

Paramedic

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 days ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 3 days ago

Provide advanced life support to critically ill or injured patients in adherence with established protocols and standards of care, assessing online medical command or other resources when appropriate...

Paramedic – Per Diem

  • Effort, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Effort, PA
  • 4 days ago

ACLS Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support State of Pennsylvania PALS Pediatric Advanced Life Support State of Pennsylvania American Heart Association Basic Life Support State of Pennsylvania EMSVO Certification...

Paramedic

  • Sellersville, PA
  • 4 days ago
  • Sellersville, PA
  • 4 days ago

(ACLS), required Valid Driver's License, required Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), required PHTLS certification, upon hire, required Completion of an approved Emergency Vehicle Operators course...

Demographic Data for Pennsylvania

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Pennsylvania

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.9%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
6.5%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


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