Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Ground Services - Life Flight Network - Waterville

Mercy Health; Waterville Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health seeks an EMT for Life Flight Network in Waterville, OH to provide care and transport in pre-hospital settings. The EMT operates an ambulance safely and keeps current with certifications and continuing education.

Essential duties include patient assessments, airway management, CPR/AED use, and maintaining records, while upholding patient rights and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required).
• Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred).
• Basic EMT certification in state of practice (required).
• Valid State Driver’s License (required).
• BLS Basic Life Support (required).
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 3 months of hire.
• 1 year experience with incident-free driving (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/attends required trainings.
• Provides proper care, safe and efficient transport.
• Maintains reports and records.
• Caress for vehicle and equipment.
• Maintains confidentiality and supports patient/family rights.
• Serves as a patient advocate.

Skills

Basic EMT

EVOC

CPR AED

Driver's License

Emergency care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred)

Job description

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.

EMT - Life Flight Network - Waterville

Job Summary

The 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 State EMS scope of practice. The 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 assessments
• Provides basic airway management
• Provides CPR and use of AED
• Participates/attends required trainings
• Provides proper care, safe and efficient transport
• Maintains reports and records
• Cares for vehicle and equipment
• Maintains confidentiality and actively supports patient/family rights
• Serves as a patient advocate

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

High School Diploma or GED (required)

Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred)

Licensure/Certification

Basic EMT certification in state of practice (required)

Valid State Driver’s License (required)

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)

Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) (required within 3 months of hire)

Experience

1 year experience with incident-free driving (required)

1-3 Of Experience (preferred)

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, HSA/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.

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 [e-mail]. 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 [e-mail]