Ambulance EMT – Critical Patient Transport

experiencedAlliedHealth; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Basic EMT to provide care and transport for emergency and non-emergency patients in the pre-hospital setting. The EMT will operate an ambulance safely and maintain required certifications and ongoing education.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, airway management, CPR/AED use, and documentation. Requires valid EMT cert, driver’s license, BLS, EVOC within 3 months, and 1 year of incident-free driving, with 1–3 years preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Vocational/Technical Degree preferred.
• Basic EMT certification in state of practice is required.
• Valid State Driver’s License is required.
• BLS (American Heart Association) certification required.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) required within 3 months of hire.
• 1 year of incident-free driving experience required.
• 1–3 years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls and performs patient assessments.
• Provides basic airway management.
• Provides CPR and use of AED.
• Participates in required trainings.
• Provides proper care and safe, efficient transport.
• Maintains reports and records.
• Cares for vehicle and equipment.
• Maintains confidentiality and supports patient/family rights.
• Serves as a patient advocate.

Skills

Patient assessment

Airway management

CPR/AED

Patient advocacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical Degree

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Basic EMT to provide care and transport for emergency and non-emergency patients in the pre-hospital setting. The EMT will operate an ambulance safely and maintain required certifications and ongoing education.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, airway management, CPR/AED use, and documentation. Requires valid EMT cert, driver’s license, BLS, EVOC within 3 months, and 1 year of incident-free driving, with 1–3 years preferred.