Ground Paramedic– Ground Services – Mercy Health Life Flight Network

Bon Secours Mercy Health • Maumee, OH

8h • Onsite

About The Position

The Ground Paramedic provides direct patient care and transportation when responding to both emergent and non-emergent calls for service. This role operates within all federal, state, and local regulations, and adheres to the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization and applicable Emergency Medical Services (EMS) protocols.

Requirements

• Current paramedic-level certification
• National Registry (RSFH requires)
• Valid State Driver’s License
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association
• ACLS – AHA (Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association)
• High School Diploma or GED
• Successful completion of a Paramedic program at the certificate or associates degree level
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) – (Required within 1 year of hire) (Required at time of hire for RSFH)

Nice To Haves

• PALS – AHA (Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association) (Preferred upon hire, Required within 6 months of hire)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) or Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) (Preferred upon hire, Required within 6 months of hire) (Not required for RSFH)
• 1 Year of Paramedic Experience
• ICS 100 & ICS 700

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls, performs ALS patient assessment and triage
• Performs indicated Advanced Life Support procedures as per the appropriate EMS Protocols under the direction of the Medical Control Physician, through standing orders or radio/phone communications.
• Ensures that vehicles and equipment are ready for use at the beginning and end of shift.
• Operates all vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provides high level of customer service to all patients, patient’s families, community providers, visitors, and employees.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, problem solve, and be able to resolve conflict while working under considerable stress.
• Accommodates and trains new staff and/or students for orientation and/or educational purposes.
• Completes all documentation on behalf of students/orientees.
• Maintains knowledge of policies, procedures, and EMS Protocols.

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: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees