EMT Basic - PRN

at  Mercy Health

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.

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
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

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 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.co

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