EMT – Day Shift | Emergency Medical Technician

Lynx EMS; Shelby (OH); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lynx EMS is hiring a Day Shift EMT in Shelby, Ohio. You will provide safe, compassionate patient transport and respond to emergency and non-emergency calls throughout the day, ensuring high-quality care from pickup to arrival.

Requirements include current State EMT certification, a valid driver's license, strong clinical assessment and communication skills, and the ability to work independently within a supportive team. The role offers full-time benefits and a stable schedule.

Qualifications

• Must hold current State EMT Certification or be eligible for reciprocity.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time-management abilities.
• Dependability, punctuality, and ability to work scheduled day shifts.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team.
• Commitment to patient safety, professionalism, and compassionate care.
• Ability to meet physical requirements, including assisting patient movement.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to emergency and non-emergency calls during day shifts.
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care per state regulations and protocols.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and ensure timely documentation.
• Safely operate the ambulance while following traffic laws and company policies.
• Maintain readiness of the assigned unit, including cleaning and restocking.
• Coordinate with dispatch, hospitals, and healthcare staff for timely handoffs.
• Assist patients with safe loading/unloading and movement as needed.
• Adhere to safety standards, compliance, and procedures.
• Demonstrate professional conduct and situational awareness on shift.
• Maintain courteous and compassionate interactions with patients and staff.

Skills

State EMT Certification

Driver's license

Clinical assessment

Communication

Time management

Dependability

Professionalism

Physical strength

Education

EMT Certification

Job description

Location: Shelby, OH
Pay: $21 per hour

Who We Are

We are a fast-growing ambulance service proudly serving communities across Ohio, Indiana, Maryland, and West Virginia. Our team delivers reliable, professional private ambulance transportation to local hospitals and healthcare facilities from homes, emergency departments, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, psychiatric hospitals, hospice, and other care settings.

Our mission is simple: deliver safe, timely, and compassionate patient transport—every call, every time.

Position Overview – Day Shift

As a Day Shift EMT in Shelby, Ohio, you will play a vital role in delivering safe, efficient, and compassionate patient care throughout the day. You will support emergency responses, interfacility transfers, hospital discharges, and scheduled patient transports while ensuring patients receive professional care from pickup through arrival at their destination.

Day shift operations require strong clinical judgment, excellent communication, effective time management, and the ability to adapt to a dynamic daily schedule. You will work closely with dispatch, hospitals, and healthcare partners to ensure timely transportation and continuity of care.

This role is ideal for dependable, patient-focused professionals who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to making a difference in the communities they serve.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and professionally to emergency and non-emergency calls during scheduled day shifts.
• Deliver high-quality, compassionate patient care in accordance with state regulations and company protocols.
• Perform thorough patient assessments and ensure accurate, timely documentation.
• Safely operate the ambulance while following all traffic laws and company driving policies.
• Maintain readiness of the assigned unit, including cleaning, restocking supplies, and completing equipment checks.
• Coordinate with dispatch, hospitals, and healthcare staff to support timely pickups, transfers, and patient handoffs.
• Assist patients with safe loading, unloading, lifting, and movement as appropriate to their condition and established safety procedures.
• Adhere to all safety standards, compliance requirements, and operational procedures.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment, professionalism, and situational awareness throughout each shift.
• Maintain a courteous, respectful, and compassionate approach with patients, families, and healthcare professionals.

What We’re Looking For

• Current State EMT Certification (or eligibility for reciprocity).
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent communication, teamwork, and time-management abilities.
• Dependability, punctuality, and commitment to scheduled day shifts.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team culture.
• Commitment to patient safety, professionalism, and compassionate care.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including assisting with patient movement and equipment handling.

Why You’ll Love It Here – Full-Time Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options, Vista Wellness (physician/pharmacy), dental, and vision coverage.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• 401(k) with company contribution.
• Life and disability coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement up to $15,000 and student loan forgiveness programs.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Join our team and make a difference every day by providing safe, reliable, and compassionate patient care.