EMT – Life Flight Network - Waterville

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Waterville (ME); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Basic EMT to provide care and transportation of emergency and non-emergency patients in the pre-hospital environment and scenes. The EMT will operate an ambulance safely and efficiently, while maintaining current state certifications and continuing education.

Required: High School Diploma or GED, Basic EMT certification, valid state driver’s license, BLS, EVOC within 3 months of hire, and at least 1 year of incident-free driving.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic EMT certification is required.
• EVOC certification due within 3 months of hire.
• Valid state driver’s license and BLS certification required.
• 1 year of incident-free driving is required; 1–3 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls and performs patient assessments.
• Provides basic airway management.
• Provides CPR and use of AED.
• Maintains reports and records.
• Operates ambulance safely and efficiently.
• Maintains confidentiality and supports patient rights.

Skills

CPR

AED

Patient assessment

Ambulance operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred)

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

42

Work Shift:

All Work Shifts (United States of America)

Mercy Health

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)

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson 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, HAS/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.

Department:

Ground Services - Toledo - Life Flight Network

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