EMT B - Mercy Health - LACP

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities.

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

SUMMARY:

Basic EMT will provide care and transportation of emergency and non-emergency patients in the pre-hospital environment and scenes at the Basic EMT level of care defined by the Ohio EMS scope of practice. Basic EMT will operate an ambulance in a safe and efficient manner. Basic EMT will keep current on all required certification and continuing education.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Responds to Calls and performs patient assessment

Provides Basic Airway management per Ohio EMS Scope of Practice

Provides CPR and use of AED

Participate/attend required/mandatory trainings.

Provides proper care, safe, and efficient transport

Maintain proper reports and records

Care for vehicle and equipment

Maintains confidentiality and actively supports patient/family rights

Serve as a patient advocate

Performs other duties as assigned

Practices Mercy Core Values

May serve as proctor/educator for students

QUALIFICATIONS

Education Qualifications:

Required Minimum Education: High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education: Vocational/ Technical Degree

Licensing/ Certification :

Licensure/Certification Required: Basic EMT Certificate State of Ohio

Licensure/Certification Required: Valid Driver’s License/ AHA Healthcare Provider BLS

Licensure/Certification Preferred: IS 100 and IS 700

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Years and Type of Experience: 1-3 years preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 1 year of hire

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [email protected]