The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides pre-hospital emergency medical care, assessment, treatment, and transportation services to patients in a safe, timely, and compassionate manner. The EMT responds to emergency and non-emergency calls, delivers Basic Life Support (BLS) care within the scope of certification, promotes patient and provider safety, and supports Trinity Health's Mission, Vision, and Values through high quality service and collaboration with healthcare, EMS, and public safety partners.
Strong verbal communication, documentation, critical thinking, and patient assessment skills. Ability to perform all EMT Basic skills and operate BLS equipment. Minimum one (1) year of experience as an active EMT preferred.
Required background clearances and eligibility to practice as an EMS provider. Valid driver's license in good standing required. EMS Vehicle Operator certification (EMSVO) required.
Current Pennsylvania EMT certification and current BCLS/CPR certification required. Graduate of a Pennsylvania-approved EMT training program. High school diploma or GED required.
Position Highlights and
Work/Life balance with flexible schedules. Free onsite parking. Our mission and core values are what drive each member of Trinity Health to support each other, communicate openly and respectfully while embracing a culture that nurtures a healing, safe environment for all.
Referral Rewards Program Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital is a 178-bed teaching hospital located in Darby, Pa., which offers advanced acute care services in Delaware County and Southwest Philadelphia. Consistently recognized for clinical excellence, Mercy Fitzgerald is proud of our many quality achievements such as: Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Care, Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence, Achievement Awards from the American Heart/Stroke Associations and Certified Primary Stroke Center.
Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.