TD - Paramedic PRN
Tower Health

Job Summary

• The Paramedic, under the supervision of the EMS Supervisor, Manager and the Director, is responsible for the out of hospital care of patients requiring care as the result of illness/injury and is responsible for the direction of patient care at the Advanced Life Support level.
• The Paramedic delivers care based on patient needs appropriate for the neonate, infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. He/she demonstrates an interest in a patient centered approach to total out of hospital care. Demonstrates cooperation, flexibility and resourcefulness when dealing with patients, visitors, physicians and other healthcare providers.
• The Paramedic shall be responsible for assisting with planning, supervising and evaluating the pre-hospital care of patients, for coordinating emergency medical care and transportation and following standing orders.
• Provides assessment, treatment and medical transportation of critically ill and/or injured patients between hospitals and from the scene of an accident or injury to an appropriate medical facility.

Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Post High School Degree Program or combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Post High School Degree Program

Experience

• Relevant Experience

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• Current Paramedic or PHRN Certification in Pennsylvania with Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator
• ACLS Certification & PALS Certification
• National Incident Management System (NIMS) 700, 800, 100 & 200 training obtained within 60 days of hire date
• Current Valid Driver's License
• Hazmat Awareness or higher Training obtained within 60 days of hire date
• Must be able to obtain and maintain medical command authorization

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.

WHY READING HOSPITAL?

• Magnet® designated, 697-bed hospital with 115-bed ED, Level I Trauma Center, and Level III NICU
• Have your voice heard through shared governance
• Recognized by Healthgrades 50 Best Hospitals™ Award (2022-2023)

Why TowerDirect?

Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits

Variety of schedule options to meet your needs, including a compounding weekend and night shift differential and per diem pay incentives

Progressive clinical interventions

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