EMT Basic - Ground Services - Life Flight Network Waterville

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:

Experience: 1-3 years preferred

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required: Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 1 year of hire

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a mission 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.

What we offer:

• 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

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.