Paramedic - Ambulance and Chair (Casual)

Casual Paramedic OpportunityThe Center for Emergency Medicine - Ambulance and Chair is looking to Casual Paramedics. If you're a Paramedic who values professionalism, growth, and being part of a forward-thinking EMS organization, Ambulance and Chair offers the opportunity to make a real impact - both on patients and on the future of our service.Our service is entering an exciting new chapter, with leadership dedicated to supporting and developing our people. As we grow in 2026, we're looking for team members who communicate well, build trust, and inspire those around them. If you're ready to influence positive change and help move our service forward, we'd love to meet you.Ambulance and Chair is a long-standing EMS provider with deep roots in the communities that we serve. Covering a diverse urban-to-rural response area, our team answers an average of 40,000 calls annually across 45 communities in Washington and Greene Counties, providing both 911 emergency response and non-emergency medical transport.Come work for a service that values your time and your growth. We offer 24-for-24 pay, a retirement plan with employer match, tuition assistance, and a modern fleet equipped with mechanical ventilators, IV pumps, and a progressive blood protocol. Our teams also participate in cutting-edge research, including nitrous oxide administration by BLS providers - and much more.The Paramedic provides advanced life support care in the prehospital setting in accordance with Pennsylvania Department of Health regulations, regional protocols, and Ambulance and Chair policies. Paramedics serve as clinical leaders on scene, delivering high-acuity patient care, coordinating resources, and supporting team members to ensure safe, effective, and patient-centered outcomes.New uniforms provided (coat, shirts, pants)Annual fleet upgrades with new ambulances every yearPower stretchers and power load systemsService resources and protocols including:Blood Protocol participationZoll Z Vent ® portable ventilatorsSapphire IV pumpsLUCAS devicesiPads for on-the-go chartingVideo laryngoscopes (early 2026)Opportunities to participate in research initiatives (PAIN Study Program, Nitrous use by BLS providers)Respond to 911 and non-emergency calls in a safe, timely, and professional mannerPerform advanced patient assessments, clinical decision-making, and treatment planningProvide ALS interventions within PA scope of practice, including advanced airway management, cardiac monitoring, medication administration, and resuscitationUtilize advanced equipment such as mechanic ventilators, IV pumps, LUCAS devices, and blood products per protocolServe as the lead clinician on scene, coordinator care with EMTs, AEMTs, dispatch, medical command, hospitals, and partner agenciesProvide mentorship, clinical guidance, and support to EMT-Basics and AEMTsAccurately complete electronic patient care reports (ePCR)Ensure ambulance, equipment, and medication readinessParticipate in quality improvement, training, protocol development, and research initiativesUphold patient confidentiality, professionalism, and organizational valuesHigh School Diploma or equivalent requiredCurrent Pennsylvania Paramedic certificationValid Pennsylvania driver's license with acceptable driving recordCurrent BLS, ACLS, PALS, and PHTLS/ITLS cardEmergency Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) certificateAbility to meet physical demands of the position, including lifting and moving patientsStrong communication, teamwork, and customer service skillsAbility to work independently and remain calm in high-stress situationsClearances must be dated within 90 days:Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewalAct 33 with renewalAct 34Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewalPrior EMS experienceFamiliarity with electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) systemsInterest in mentorship, education, or service development initiatives UPMC