EMT - Full Time - Springfield

Mercy; Springfield (MO, IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Emergency Medical Technician, where you will play a crucial role in delivering direct patient care and responding to emergencies. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities to enhance your skills in life support and emergency response. Enjoy competitive benefits, including health coverage from day one, a generous 401k match, and paid parental leave. If you are passionate about making a difference in your community and thrive in high-pressure situations, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health/Dental/Vision available after day one

Dependent Care FSA contribution

Paid parental leave

401k with employer match

PTO accrual starts day one

Volunteering day included

Qualifications

• EMT license required for the state of employment.
• Must be at least 19 years old to operate EMS vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency scenes.
• Ensure ambulance equipment is stocked and maintained.
• Assist in patient assessment and provide basic life support.

Skills

Basic Life Support Skills

Emergency Vehicle Operation

Patient Assessment

Radio Communication

Education

EMT License

Valid Driver's License

Job description

Position: Emergency Medical Tech (EMT-B)

Location: Springfield

Hours / Shift: Full-Time, 84 Hours Per Pay Period, 12 Hour Shifts

Sign-On Bonus: May be eligible for up to $2,000

Overview:

Performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation, and basic life support. The EMT may also perform clerical, dispatch, and maintenance duties as required.

Job Duties:

• Operates an emergency vehicle, responding to emergency and non-emergency scenes and transporting patients to appropriate destinations.
• Ensures that the assigned ambulance and items of equipment are stocked, clean, maintained and ready to use.
• Assists in the assessment of the patient in order to promote optimal levels throughout pre-hospital care.
• Demonstrates proficiency in pre-hospital basic life support skills.
• Demonstrates appropriate radio communications including; fluency, organization, and accuracy.

Qualifications:

• Licensure: EMT license for the state where employed, valid driver's license.
• Experience: Applicants must be at least 19 years of age to operate Mercy EMS vehicles.
• Certifications: Hazmat Awareness, BLS for Healthcare Providers, NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800 within 90 days of hire.
• Other:May be required to work differing shifts and schedules.

Key Mercy Benefits:

• Health/Dental/Vision available after day one.
• Contribution of $100 per month to eligible co-workers enrolled in the Dependent Care FSA.
• Paid parental leave for new parents.
• 401k with employer match starting day one.
• PTO accrual starts day one and includes a day for volunteering.
• Competitive salary.

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