Current Openings |
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We
are always seeking qualified individuals for the positions listed below.
If you are interested in applying for any of the following positions, you may download the application by clicking here. Please submit it via email to hr@svems.org, postal mail to "SVEMS Attn: HR, PO Box 1, Landisville PA 17538", or fax to 717-684-9251. Thank you!
| Job
Title: |
Education Manager |
Overall Job Description Includes
But Is Not Limited To The Following Information: |
Reports To: |
Chief Operations Officer |
Starting Salary: |
According to Pay Schedule |
Schedule: |
Full Time |
Qualifications and
Requirements: |
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• PA Dept. of Health EMT-P or PHRN Certification
• Current AHA Instructor certification for CPR, ACLS, and PALS
• Current other assorted EMS certifications and Instructor status
• EVOC or equivalent
• Hazmat Operations (required within 90 days in position)
• Valid PA Drivers License
• Three (3) years active pre-hospital experience
• Must have strong customer-service and team orientation
• Preferred Education, EMS or Business management degree |
Principle Duties and
Responsibilities: |
• The Education Manager is responsible for the oversight of all training and education aspects of the organization.
• Responsible to update, promote and facilitate a Total Quality Management process, including the utilization of a Quality Leadership Council and Field Training Officer program including Q.A./C.Q.I.
• Oversight of the S.V.E.M.S. - A.H.A. C.T.C., PA DOH Continuing Education site, SVEMS related EMT and Paramedic Programs and Clinical Liasion with outside organizations.
• The position includes the authority and responsibility for the direct and indirect clinical supervision and general oversight of all the Operational Staff and Paramedic/PHRN Field Supervisors.
• Assist the C.O.O. with the monitoring and evaluation of policies and operational procedures and advising as to their effectiveness and utilization as they are involved clinically.
• Communicates with the C.O.O. This includes issues, problems, conflicts, actions or recommendations for improvement which develop in performance of the Education Manager position.
• Consistently engage in problem and conflict exploration review, analysis and resolution strategies consistent with this job description as well as Organizational Policies and Procedures.
• Coordinate the interview process, hiring, orienting, counseling and evaluating of Clinical staff.
• Meets regularly with the Management Team concerning patient situations to resolve clinical and administrative problems. |
Other Duties |
• Assure staff compliance to respective job descriptions.
• Recommend to the C.O.O. and Service Medical Director clnical remediation vs. disciplinary action of clinical staff.
• Administer basic and advanced life support care to patients at the scene and during transport according to established ALS treatment protocols, EMT-Paramedic Standards of practice and in accordance with Pennsylvania EMS legislation.
• Assure assigned vehicle and equipment are in good working order and are appropriately stocked and equipped.
• Provide supplemental staffing within operation sector as required.
• Evaluate new equipment, devices or treatment techniques as approved by the Medical Director and C.O.O.
• On-scene incident management command within SVEMS response area or as requested by LCWC.
• Monitor and reassign personnel and/or unit deployment based upon system status plan.
• Perform initial investigation and documentation of SVEMS vehicle accidents, personnel injuries, blood borne or airborne pathogens exposures to SVEMS personnel and incidents involving injuries to the general public or property damage.
• Assist in resolving dispatch, system status and operational difficulties or concerns as necessary, as well as the daily supervision of the operations for the organization or as a field provider when required. |
Outline of Responsibilities |
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Oversight as primary supervisor for the Education Team as Platoon Supervisor.
• When acting as Duty Supervisor, supervises daily shift activities including but not limited to monitoring tardiness, proper uniform compliance, and completion of assigned duties within appropriate time frames, response of personnel to calls within appropriate time frames and appropriate utilization of PPE.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• High physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place.
• High physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place.
• High physical strength to handle movement of materials, tools.
• High physical strength to handle 80 lbs. taking frequency into consideration.
• Normal dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Normal coordination including eye-hand, hand-foot.
• High endurance.
MENTAL EFFORT
• High concentration/intensity.
• Normal memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.
• High complexity of decision making.
• High time pressure of decision making.
DECISION MAKING
• Education Manager, Field supervisors and ALS Providers are required to multi-task several projects as well as manage the day to day activities all at once.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Management Team members have a financial responsibility to the Company in making sure that overtime and other expenses are kept to a minimum.
COMMUNICATION
• Normal verbal communication.
• Normal written communication
• Normal non-verbal communication
SENSORY ABILITIES
• Normal ability to see, distinguish colors and hear.
• Normal sense of touch and smell.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• High accessibility work sites required for this position.
• High exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
• Moderate amount of overtime or extended work hours required. |
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| Job
Title: |
Full Time Paramedic Supervisor |
Overall Job Description Includes
But Is Not Limited To The Following Information: |
Reports To: |
Chief Operations Officer |
Starting Salary: |
According to Pay Schedule |
Schedule: |
Full Time |
Qualifications and
Requirements: |
• High School diploma or GED equivalent
• PA Dept. of Health EMT-P or PHRN Certification
• Valid ACLS
• Valid CPR
• EVOC or equivalent
• Hazmat Operations
• Valid PA Drivers License
• Three (3) years active pre-hospital experience preferred
• Must have strong customer-service orientation
• Must have strong team orientation |
Principle Duties and
Responsibilities: |
• Assist the Operations Manager/COO with the monitoring and evaluation of policies and operational procedures and advising the Operations Manager as to their effectiveness and utilization.
• Communicate with the Operation Manager/COO. This includes issues, problems, conflicts, actions or recommendations for improvement which develop in performance of Supervisor position.
• Consistently engage in problem and conflict exploration review, analysis and resolution strategies consistent with this job description as well as Organizational Policies and Procedures.
• May be requested to assist in the hiring, counseling and evaluating of staff.
• Meets regularly with the Management Team concerning patient situations to resolve clinical and administrative problems. |
Secondary Duties |
• Assure staff compliance to respective job descriptions.
• Recommend to Operations Manager disciplinary action of career staff.
• Administer basic and advanced life support care to patients at the scene and during transport according to established ALS treatment protocols, EMT-Paramedic Standards of practice and in accordance with Pennsylvania EMS legislation.
• Assure assigned vehicle and equipment are in good working order and are appropriately stocked and equipped.
• Provide supplemental staffing within operation sector as required.
• Evaluate new equipment, devices or treatment techniques as approved by the Medical Director and Operations Manager.
• On scene incident management command within SVEMS response area or as requested by LCWC.
• Monitor and reassign personnel and/or unit deployment based upon system status plan.
• Perform initial investigation and documentation of SVEMS vehicle accidents, personnel injuries, blood borne or airborne pathogens exposures to SVEMS personnel and incidents involving injuries to the general public or property damage.
• Assist in resolving dispatch, system status and operational difficulties or concerns as necessary. |
Outline of Responsibilities |
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Supervise daily shift activities including but not limited to monitoring tardiness, proper uniform compliance, completion of assigned duties within appropriate time frames, response of personnel to calls within appropriate time frames and appropriate utilization of PPE.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
• High physical mobility, which includes movement from place to place.
• High physical agility, which includes ability to maneuver body while in place.
• High physical strength to handle movement of materials, tools.
• High physical strength to handle 80 lbs. taking frequency into consideration.
• Normal dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Normal coordination including eye-hand, hand-foot.
• High endurance.
MENTAL EFFORT
• High concentration/intensity.
• Normal memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.
• High complexity of decision making.
• High time pressure of decision making.
DECISION MAKING
• Field supervisors are required to multi-task several projects as well as manage the day to day activities.
FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsibility to the Company in making sure that overtime is kept to a minimum.
• Responsibility in making sure that the employees treat all company property with care and respect.
COMMUNICATION
• Normal verbal communication.
• Normal written communication
• Normal non-verbal communication
SENSORY ABILITIES
• Normal ability to see, distinguish colors and hear.
• Normal sense of touch and smell.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
• High accessibility work sites required for this position.
• High exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
• Moderate amount of overtime or extended work hours required. |
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| Job
Title: |
Emergency
Medical Technician |
Overall Job Description Includes
But Is Not Limited To The Following Information: |
Reports To: |
Director of Operations |
Starting Salary: |
According to Pay Schedule |
Primary Function: |
To provide emergency medical care and transportation to the sick and
injured in accordance with departmental guidelines and
Act 45. |
Schedule: |
Full Time Part Time |
Qualifications and
Requirements: |
• Current PA Emergency Medical Technician Certification
• Current CPR
• EVOC Certification
• Haz Mat Operations course (within 3 months)
• Valid PA Driver’s license
• Compliance to Act 45 and pursuant
rules and regulations
• Minimum 6 months emergency medicine
experience, 1 year preferred |
Principle Duties and
Responsibilities: |
• Function as a member of a MICU team providing
efficient and prompt care in a calm manner in
accordance with training standards set forth by the
national standards curriculum, PA DOH and unit
medical director.
• Operate emergency vehicles in a safe manner
adhering to department guidelines and
PA vehicle code.
• Inspect all EMS equipment at start of
shift to insure presence and function.
• Inspect assigned EMS vehicle to
insure cleanliness and good working order.
• Adhere to all SVEMS policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all EHSF and Department of
Health regulations and standards.
• Complete all tripsheets and paperwork
within a 24-hour time frame maintaining
the highest of standards and patient confidentiality.
• Complete transports as required in a
prompt safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain an effective and courteous working
relationship with peers, area hospital personnel,
patients and management staff.
• Completion of all daily station duties as assigned.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Continually attend seminars and training
functions to maintain and upgrade skills.
• Restocks unit and equipment as necessary.
• Other assigned job related functions
as deemed necessary. |
Additional
Requirements: |
Must be willing to work with other employees, volunteers, general
public, and other public safety organizations. Courtesy, cooperation,
tact and poise are required at all times. |
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| Job
Title: |
Advanced
Life Support Provider |
Overall Job Description Includes
But Is Not Limited To The Following Information: |
Reports To: |
Director of Operations |
Starting Salary: |
Determined by Years of Experience (wages per hour):
• 0 - $14.25
• 1 - $14.75
• 2 - $15.25
• 3 - $15.75
• 4 - $16.25
• 5 - $16.75
• 6 - $17.25
• 7 - $17.75 |
Primary Function: |
To provide emergency medical care and transportation to the sick and
injured in accordance with departmental guidelines and
Act 45. |
Schedule: |
Full Time Part Time |
Qualifications and
Requirements: |
• Current PA Emergency Medical Technician,
Paramedic or Heath Professional Certification
• Current CPR
• EVOC Certification
• Haz Mat Operations course (within 3 months)
• Eligible to receive medical command
• Valid PA Driver’s license
• Compliance to Act 45 and pursuant
rules and regulations
• Minimum 2 years emergency medicine experience,
1 year as ALS provider preferred
|
Principle Duties and
Responsibilities: |
• Function as a member of a MICU team providing
efficient and prompt care in a calm manner in
accordance with training standards set forth by the
national standards curriculum, PA DOH and unit
medical director.
• Operate emergency vehicles in a safe manner
adhering to department guidelines and
PA vehicle code.
• Inspect all EMS equipment at start of
shift to insure presence and function.
• Inspect assigned EMS vehicle to
insure cleanliness and good working order.
• Adhere to all SVEMS policies and procedures.
• Adhere to all EHSF and Department of
Health regulations and standards.
• Complete all tripsheets and paperwork
within a 24-hour time frame maintaining
the highest of standards and patient confidentiality.
• Complete transports as required in a
prompt safe and efficient manner.
• Maintain an effective and courteous working
relationship with peers, area hospital personnel,
patients and management staff.
• Completion of all daily station duties as assigned.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Continually attend seminars and training
functions to maintain and upgrade skills.
• Restocks unit and equipment as necessary.
• Other assigned job related functions
as deemed necessary. |
Additional
Requirements: |
Must be willing to work with other employees, volunteers, general
public, and other public safety organizations. Courtesy, cooperation,
tact and poise are required at all times. |
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| Job
Title: |
Wheelchair
Van Operator |
Overall Job Description Includes
But Is Not Limited To The Following Information: |
Reports To: |
Director of Operations |
Starting Salary: |
According to Pay Schedule |
Primary Function: |
To provide safe and efficient transportation to wheelchair van clients
as scheduled. This includes insuring on a daily basis that the wheelchair
van is ready for operation, data entry, clerical functions and other
job related assignments as required. |
Schedule: |
Full Time Part Time |
Qualifications and
Requirements: |
•
Valid PA Driver’s License
• Valid certification of, at a minimum, Red Cross
Emergency Responder or PA DOH First
Responder
Certification.
• Current CPR Status
• Demonstrate strong people skills
• Posses a general knowledge of Lancaster County
and be able to read a map book as well as
follow verbal and written directions
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Principle Duties and
Responsibilities: |
Operational Responsibilities
• Check wheelchair van at beginning of each shift,
assuring vehicle and equipment are ready
for the day’s operation.
• Operate all SVEMS vehicles in a safe manner
adhering to department guidelines and
PA vehicle code.
• Inspect all equipment at start of shift
to insure proper function.
• Adhere to all SVEMS policies and procedures.
• Restock unit and equipment when necessary.
• Assure all necessary paperwork is in order
for the day’s operations. This includes all
appropriate copies and schedule.
• Collect all red bags and linen bags to be
disposed of properly.
• Adapt to change as additional transports
come in and/or existing transports get
canceled or changed.
• Other assigned job related functions
as deemed necessary. Administrative
Duties and Responsibilities
• Appropriate completion of paperwork within
a 24-hour time frame maintaining the highest
of standards and patient confidentiality.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Continually attend seminars and training
functions to maintain and upgrade skills.
• Assist office staff as deemed necessary.
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Additional
Requirements: |
Must be willing to work with other employees, volunteers, general
public, and other public safety organizations. Courtesy, cooperation,
tact and poise are required at all times. |
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| Job
Title: |
Fleet Maintenance Mechanic |
Overall Job Description Includes
But Is Not Limited To The Following Information: |
Reports To: |
Fleet Manager |
Summary: |
This position is responsible for assisting the fleet manager to perform skilled preventive maintenance, repair, outfitting, and servicing of a variety of company automobiles, trucks, and equipment; performs other work as required. |
Schedule: |
Full Time Part Time |
Primary Function: |
Mechanic Activities 90% |
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• Maintains varied equipment and vehicles; diagnoses vehicle and equipment problems and performs major repairs.
• Outfits and maintains emergency and other company vehicles.
• Schedules and coordinates maintenance of equipment.
• Purchases parts and materials.
• Collects data and organizes material for budget requests.
• Schedules appointments and maintains computerized maintenance records.
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Secondary Job Functions: |
10% of time |
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• Interior and exterior cleanup of fleet vehicles.
• Inventory of Emergency Vehicles.
• Cleanup of work areas.
• Assists with design specifications of vehicles and equipment purchased and installed.
• May provide twenty-four hour standby for vehicle emergency maintenance needs.
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The above specified tasks may not be the only duties assigned. Employees will be required to carry out any other job-related instructions requested by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodations. |
Activity and Knowledge Requirements: |
Difficulty Rating Low – Normal – High |
Work Environment: |
• High accessibility work sites required for this position.
• High exposure to weather and temperature extremes.
• Moderate amount of overtime or extended work hours required. |
Physical Effort: |
• High physical Mobility, which includes movement from place to place.
• High physical strength to handle movement of materials, tools.
• High physical strength to handle 80 lbs. taking frequency into consideration.
• Normal dexterity of hands and fingers.
• Normal coordination including eye-hand, hand-foot.
• High endurance. |
Knowledge Requirements: |
• High School diploma or GED equivalent.
• Should have ability to diagnose mechanical problems and make repairs
• Knowledge of standard materials, tools and equipment and skill in the use and care of tools.
• Valid PA Drivers License.
• One (1) year active mechanical experience preferred.
• Must have strong customer-service orientation.
• Must have strong team orientation. |
Mental Effort: |
• High concentration/intensity.
• Normal memory, taking into consideration the amount and type of information.
• High complexity of decision making.
• High time pressure of decision making. |
Additional
Requirements: |
Must be willing to work with other employees, volunteers, general
public, and other public safety organizations. Courtesy, cooperation,
tact and poise are required at all times. |
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Employee Benefits
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Retirement Program
•
Life
Insurance and Accidental Death &
Dismemberment
•
Long Term Disability Insurance
•
Paid
Holidays
•
Company
Paid Medical Insurance
•
Prescription
Plan
•
Dental
& Vision Insurance
•
Paid
Vacation
•
Employee
Assistance Program
•
Uniform
Allowance
•
Tuition
Reimbursement Program
•
In-Service
Education
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organization.
For individuals interested in becoming an EMT, we offer specialized training
classes and will provide the hands on experience needed to become a vital
part of this company.