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Form of workThank you for considering a career at Mercy Health
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
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 1 year of hire
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
42
Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America)
Department:
Ground Services - Lima - Life Flight Network
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 Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com
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
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 1 year of hire
Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.
Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:
- Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans
- Prescription drug coverage
- Flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance w/AD&D
- Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible
- Paid time off
- Educational Assistance
- And much more
*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
42
Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America)
Department:
Ground Services - Lima - Life Flight Network
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 Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com
