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Provides emergency patient care on a Basic Life Support (BLS) level to those in need to decrease the loss of life and ease pain and suffering to people in their time of crisis. 

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.  Graduate of a PA approved EMT Training Program. Current CPR (BCLS) training.

• Emergency Vehicle Operators Certification (EVOC).

• Emergency Medical Service Vehicle Operators Certification (EMSVO).

• Current PA EMT certification. Has not had their certification suspended for any reason as outlined in the Pennsylvania EMS Act.

• Copy of Child Abuse History Clearance from the PA Department of Human Services;

• Pennsylvania State Police criminal background clearance;

• FBI criminal background clearance and fingerprinting; 

• Valid driver's license in good standing.

• Has not been convicted within the last four (4) years prior to the date of application of driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Has not been convicted within the last four (4) years prior to the date of application of reckless driving or had a license suspended due to the use of alcohol or a moving traffic violation. 

• Has not been precluded from practicing for an EMS agency at the EMS provider’s certification level in the last three (3) years.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefit packages, including medical, dental, vision, mental health, paid time off, 403B, education assistance and voluntary benefits (pet insurance, accident insurance, hospital indemnity and others) available from the first day of employment. 

• 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.