Paramedic Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

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Paramedic

  • United, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 9 days ago
  • United, PA (23 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 9 days ago

Position\: Paramedic Shift\: 12 hour shifts 7\:00am-7\:00pm or 7\:00pm-7\:00am Experience\: Minimum of two years of pre-hospital advanced life support experience or equivalent experience....

Paramedic - Kennywood/Sandcastle

  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 13 days ago
  • West Mifflin, PA
  • 13 days ago

Provide advanced life support to critically ill or injured patients in adherence with established protocols and standards of care; assessing online medical command or other resources when appropriate...

Paramedic - Canonsburg Ambulance

  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 18 days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Drives emergency or response vehicle. (20%) Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provide basic and advanced life support to the critically ill and injured during...

Paramedic - Located in Oneonta, NY

  • Oakland, PA (6 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Oakland, PA (6 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 18 days ago

Located in Oneonta, NY More Information about this Job: Delaware County 911 Paramedic starting rate: $23.92 and up, based on experience IMMEDIATE HIRING OPPORTUNITY FOR A FULL-TIME/PART-TIME 911 PARAMEDIC...

Paramedic - Critical Care Transport, AHN EMS - Sharpsburg

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 28 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 28 days ago

as a licensed driver with a valid Driver's License Paramedic Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certified Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-C) OR Flight Paramedic...

Paramedic - Critical Care Transport, AHN EMS - Sharpsburg

  • Sharpsburg, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sharpsburg, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 30+ days ago

as a licensed driver with a valid Drivers License Paramedic Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certified Critical Care Paramedic (CCP-C) OR Flight Paramedic...

Professional CCG/Flight Paramedic (Casual) - STAT MedEvac

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 30+ days ago

Provide advanced life support to critically ill or injured patients in adherence to established protocols and standards of care; assess online medical command or other resources when appropriate....

Paramedic - AHN Emergency Response - Belle Vernon

  • Belle Vernon, PA (14 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Belle Vernon, PA (14 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 45+ days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Drives emergency or response vehicle. (20%) Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provide basic and advanced life support to the critically ill and injured during...

Flight Paramedic, AHN LifeFlight, Pittsburgh Region

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 45+ days ago

Advanced Life Support (PALS) Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) OR International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Flight Paramedic Certification within 1 year 5 years full-time paramedic experience...

Paramedic (Casual) AHN Emergency Response, AVH

  • Natrona Heights, PA (21 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Natrona Heights, PA (21 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Drives emergency or response vehicle. (20%) Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provide basic and advanced life support to the critically ill and injured during...

Paramedic (Casual) AHN Emergency Transport, Canonsburg Ambulance PPFFA - F

  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Drives emergency or response vehicle. (20%) Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provide basic and advanced life support to the critically ill and injured during...

Paramedic, AHN Emergency Response, Casual

  • Wexford, PA (20 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Wexford, PA (20 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 60+ days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Drives emergency or response vehicle. (20%) Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provide basic and advanced life support to the critically ill and injured during...

Paramedic (Casual) Canonsburg Ambulance / PPFFA - F

  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Canonsburg, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES Drives emergency or response vehicle. (20%) Determines nature and extent of illness or injury; provide basic and advanced life support to the critically ill and injured during...

Flight Paramedic - AHN LifeFlight / SEIU - E

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 90+ days ago

Advanced Life Support (PALS) Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) OR International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Flight Paramedic Certification within 1 year 5 years full-time paramedic experience...

Flight Paramedic - AHN LifeFlight / SEIU - E

  • Pittsburgh, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 90+ days ago

Advanced Life Support (PALS) Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) OR International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) Flight Paramedic Certification within 1 year 5 years full-time paramedic experience...

Demographic Data for Pittsburgh, PA

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Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Pittsburgh, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
24.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.9%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
6.5%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


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