EMT Basic – Ambulance – LACP Lima

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is looking for an Advanced EMT in Lima, Ohio. The role involves providing emergency and non-emergency patient care, operating an ambulance safely, and maintaining current certifications. Candidates must hold an Advanced EMT certification and a valid Driver's License, with strong patient care skills and at least one year of incident-free driving experience. The position offers competitive pay and a variety of benefits, including medical, dental, vision coverage, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Advanced EMT certification in state of practice is required.
• Valid Driver’s License is required.
• BLS Basic Life Support certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to calls and perform patient assessments and triage.
• Perform IV therapy and administer approved medications.
• Participate in required trainings.

Skills

Patient assessment

IV therapy

Advanced airway management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical Degree

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.

Job Summary

The Advanced EMT will provide care and transportation of emergency and non-emergency patients in the pre‑hospital environment and scenes at the Advanced EMT level of care defined by the State EMS scope of practice. The Advanced EMT will operate an ambulance in a safe and efficient manner. The Advanced EMT will keep current on all required certifications and continuing education.

Essential Functions

• Respond to calls and perform patient assessments and triage
• Perform IV therapy and administer approved medications
• Perform advanced airway management per State EMS Scope of Practice
• Participate/attend required trainings
• Provide proper care, safe and efficient transport
• Maintain reports and records
• Care for vehicle and equipment
• Maintain confidentiality and actively support patient/family rights
• Serve 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

• Advanced EMT certification in state of practice (required)
• Valid Driver’s License (required)
• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (required)
• ACLS Advanced Cardiac Life Support – American Heart Association (required within 1 year of hire)
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) (required within 3 months of hire)

Experience

• 1 Year Experience With Incident‑free Driving (required)
• 1‑3 years of experience (preferred)

Training

Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within one year of hire (required).

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 would like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Bon Secours 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].