Job Description

Paramedic / Independent Medical Assistant 

Location: West Point, PA 
Schedule: 12‑hour rotating shifts, includes weekends/ weeknights / holidays 

Emergency Medical Services (Paramedic Role) 

• Respond to on‑site acute medical emergencies. 

• Provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) in accordance with Pennsylvania state protocols and under medical command direction. 

• Follow clinical post‑exposure protocols for work‑related incidents. 

• Evaluate workplace injuries and illnesses, including workers’ compensation‑related cases, and collaborate with a Nurse Practitioner or physician as needed. 

• Evaluate minor, non‑occupational acute illnesses and injuries, with appropriate escalation to a Nurse Practitioner or physician. 

• Document all patient encounters accurately in the electronic medical record. 

• Communicate clinical information clearly and concisely to patients, providers, and other stakeholders. 

• Perform other EMS‑related duties as assigned. 

Independent Medical Assistant Role 

Under the direction of a licensed physician or Nurse Practitioner, you will also: 

• Evaluate workplace injuries and minor non‑occupational acute illnesses and injuries. 

• Perform medical surveillance testing and clearances as directed. 

• Draw blood (phlebotomy) and administer immunizations. 

• Enter complete and accurate documentation into the electronic medical record. 

• Support other clinic‑related tasks as assigned. 

What We’re Looking For 

• High school diploma or GED required; college coursework preferred. 

• Current Pennsylvania Department of Health Paramedic or National Registry Paramedic certification (must be maintained). 

• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania driver’s license. 

• Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (American Red Cross) and/or BCLS (American Heart Association). 

• EVOC/EVDT, ACLS, PALS, and other certifications as required. 

• At least 5 years of field experience as an active Paramedic with current Medical Command Authorization. 

• Ability to obtain and maintain Medical Command Authorization in Montgomery County, PA (EMS line officer experience preferred). 

• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and medical information software. 

• Ability to accurately enter data into electronic medical records and state‑approved PCR systems. 

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Required Skills:

Adaptability, Chemical Safety, Data Analysis, EHS Compliance, Emergency Response Preparedness, Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) Management, Environmental Regulatory Compliance, Industrial Hygiene, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Process Safety, Project Management, Regulatory Compliance, Safety Inspections, Training and Development, Waste Management

Preferred Skills:

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The salary range for this role is

$71,900.00 - $113,200.00

This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee’s position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.

The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits.  Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at https://jobs.merck.com/us/en/compensation-and-benefits.

You can apply for this role through https://jobs.merck.com/us/en (or via the Workday Jobs Hub if you are a current employee). The application deadline for this position is stated on this posting.

San Francisco Residents Only: We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Los Angeles Residents Only: We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance

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Merck & Co., Inc., Rahway, NJ, USA, also known as Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC, Rahway, NJ, USA, does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. All CVs / resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at our company without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of our company.  No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails. 

Employee Status:

Regular

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

Yes

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

10/5/2026

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