Paramedic – Allen Hospital

Mercy Health • Oberlin, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Work Shift: Evenings/Nights (United States of America) Paramedic - Mercy Allen Hospital - Oberlin, OH THIS IS A COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION Shift/Schedule: Full Time - Scheduled for 36 Weekly Hours Rotating Weekend/Holiday availability required Primary Shift Time - Evenings/Nights Responds to routine transport requests and emergency 911 calls. Assists as needed to secure the accident scene. Determines the nature and extent of illness/injury, establishes priority for required emergency care and renders such care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. Establishes radio communications as required with a medical facility. Completes run reports detailing patient care. Maintains vehicle cleanliness and assures that equipment has been replaced and that vehicles are in proper operating condition. Performs various duties and patient care activities in the Emergency Room under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or physician. Assists on nursing units as requested. Promotes the institution's philosophy, mission, and values during all interactions with patients, families, staff and others. Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson 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. Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. Department: Ambulance - Allen Medical Center It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, 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 [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]. We believe your best is yet to come. At Mercy Health, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life. We'll ask a lot of you, but we'll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there's one thing we know for certain, it's that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Requirements

• High school education or equivalency preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited Paramedic program with a current State of Ohio license.
• Current BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications.
• Must have a State of Ohio driver license with a driving record which permits insurability under the hospital's insurance coverage.

Responsibilities

• Responds to routine transport requests and emergency 911 calls.
• Assists as needed to secure the accident scene.
• Determines the nature and extent of illness/injury, establishes priority for required emergency care and renders such care to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• Establishes radio communications as required with a medical facility.
• Completes run reports detailing patient care.
• Maintains vehicle cleanliness and assures that equipment has been replaced and that vehicles are in proper operating condition.
• Performs various duties and patient care activities in the Emergency Room under the direction of a Registered Nurse and/or physician.
• Assists on nursing units as requested.
• Promotes the institution's philosophy, mission, and values during all interactions with patients, families, staff and others.

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: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees