Kickstart Your Career with UPMC’s Paid EMT Training Program!

Are you ready to embark on a rewarding career in emergency medical services? Whether you’re looking for a new career path or are a recent high school graduate, UPMC has an incredible opportunity for you! In collaboration with the Pennsylvania College of Technology, we offer a 16-week paid Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Training program.

Program Highlights:

• Paid Training: Earn $17.38 per hour while you learn.

• Career Advancement: Transition into a full-time EMT role with an increased hourly rate of $17.78 upon successful completion and certification.

• Sign-On Bonus: Full-time EMTs are eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment.

What You’ll Do:

• Hands-On Experience: Participate in field rotations, starting with observation and progressing to patient contact and treatment under the guidance of certified EMTs and Paramedics.

• Comprehensive Training: Prepare for the National Registry cognitive and psychomotor examinations while maintaining full-time employment with UPMC.

• Real-World Skills: Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, provide immediate care, and operate emergency vehicles.

Requirements:

• Age and License: Must be 18 years old and have a valid driver’s license.

• Commitment: A one-year work commitment to UPMC Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services is required.

Program Details:

• Start Date: Classes begin January 14, 2025, and run through May 8, 2025.

• Location: Penn College’s Main Campus.

• Education Agreement: Tuition and other fees are covered by UPMC Susquehanna Regional Emergency Medical Services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Master EMT Knowledge : Demonstrate cognitive competency through quizzes and examinations.

• Hone Your Skills : Show psychomotor competency by completing practical stations and field performance.

• Field Experience : Successfully complete the required number of field contacts, objectives, and scheduled hours at Susquehanna Regional EMS.

• Emergency Response : Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, providing efficient and immediate care to critically injured or ill patients.

• Safety First : Select and use personal protective equipment appropriate to the level of anticipated hazard.

• Effective Communication : Interact and communicate with a diverse group of patients using excellent customer service skills.

• Patient Care : Perform patient assessments and provide basic life support for patients of all ages, initiating prehospital care according to established standards.

• Team Coordination : Communicate effectively with the communications center and fire/EMS units using UHF, VHF, and cellular telephones.

• Commitment to Quality : Commit to high-quality, safe work practices and encourage others to do the same. Identify and address processes or systems that could lead to inefficiencies or unsafe conditions.

• Accurate Documentation : Complete patient records and required state charts for all transports and transfers, including a detailed narrative of the patient’s condition.

• Vehicle Operation : Safely operate emergency vehicles, ambulances, wheelchair vans, and passenger vans under routine and emergency conditions, in accordance with state regulations.

• Support Functions : Perform support tasks such as restocking and maintaining inventory of supplies and equipment, cleaning equipment, transporting equipment and specimens, and ensuring smooth inter- and intra-departmental operations.

Join UPMC’s EMT Pre-Apprenticeship program and take the first step towards a fulfilling career in emergency medical services. Apply today and start your journey with UPMC!

Are you ready to start a rewarding career in emergency medical services? Here’s what you need to join our team:

Educational Requirements:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent : A foundational requirement to ensure you have the necessary educational background.

Age Requirement:

• 18 Years or Older : Applicants must be at least 18 years old to apply.

Enrollment:

• Penn College EMT Program : Gain successful enrollment, including passing the FISDAP entrance examination.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) : Certification required.

• Driver’s License : A valid driver’s license is necessary.

Post-Training Certifications:

• National Registry Certification : Obtain EMT level certification within 30 days of course completion.

• Pennsylvania EMT Certification : Obtain certification with EMS Vehicle Operator (EMSVO) endorsement within 30 days of course completion.

• Emergency Vehicle Driver Training (EVDT) : Successfully complete this program.

• Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) : Successfully complete this program.

• American Heart Association CPR for Healthcare Providers : Successfully complete this program.

• Hazardous Materials – Awareness Level : Successfully complete this program.

• NIMS/ICS Programs : Successfully complete NIMS/ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800 programs.

Clearances:

• Act 33 with Renewal

• Act 34 with Renewal

• Act 73 FBI Clearance with Renewal

Join our team and embark on a fulfilling career in emergency medical services. Apply today and take the first step towards making a difference in your community!