EMT Basic – Ambulance – LACP Lima

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Lima, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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

Requirements

• Advanced EMT certification in state of practice (required)
• Valid Driver’s License (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)
• 1 year experience with incident-free driving (required)
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within one year of hire (required)

Nice To Haves

• Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred)
• 1-3 years of experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls and performs patient assessments and triage
• Perform IV Therapy and administer approved medications
• Performs advanced airway management per State EMS Scope of Practice
• Participates/attends required trainings
• Provides proper care, safe and efficient transport
• Maintains reports and records
• Cares for vehicle and equipment
• Maintains confidentiality and actively supports patient/family rights
• Serves as a patient advocate

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED