Community Paramedic – LACP Lima

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off and parental leave

Mental health resources

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is looking for a Ground Paramedic in Lima, Ohio. This role involves providing direct patient care and transportation in both emergent and non-emergent situations. The ideal candidate has a paramedic-level certification and a successful Paramedic program completion, along with essential skills in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Current paramedic-level certification is required.
• Successful completion of a Paramedic program at the certificate or associates degree level is required.
• 1 Year of Paramedic Experience is preferred.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations Course required within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Responds to calls and performs ALS patient assessment and triage.
• Operates all vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation applicable to patient care.
• Accommodates and trains new staff for orientation and/or educational purposes.

Skills

ICS 100 & 700

Computer Literacy

Monitor patient conditions during transport

Inform medical professional regarding patient conditions and care

Record patients' medical history

CPR

Patient positioning

Patient transport

Customer service

Patient care

Perform EKG

Wound care

Obtaining vital signs

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Empathy

IV insertion

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Paramedic program certificate or associates degree

Job description

Licensing/Certification

Current paramedic-level certification (required)

RSFH requires National Registry

Valid State Driver's License (Required)

BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (Required)

ACLS – AHA (Advanced Cardiac Life Support - American Heart Association) (Required)

PALS – AHA (Pediatric Advanced Life Support - American Heart Association) (Preferred upon hire, Required within 6 months of hire)

NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) or Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN) (Preferred upon hire, Required within 6 months of hire) (Not required for RSFH)

Primary Function / General Purpose of Position

Ground Paramedic provides direct patient care and transportation when responding to both emergent and non-emergent calls for service. Ground Paramedic operates within all federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures and guidelines of the organization and applicable Emergency Medical Services (EMS) protocols.

Essential Job Functions

• Responds to calls, performs ALS patient assessment and triage
• Performs indicated Advanced Life Support procedures as per the appropriate EMS Protocols under the direction of the Medical Control Physician, through standing orders or radio/phone communications.
• Ensures that vehicles and equipment are ready for use at the beginning and end of shift.
• Operates all vehicles in a safe and efficient manner.
• Provides high level of customer service to all patients, patient's families, community providers, visitors, and employees.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently, problem solve, and be able to resolve conflict while working under considerable stress.
• Accommodates and trains new staff and/or students for orientation and/or educational purposes. Completes all documentation on behalf of students/orientees.
• Maintains knowledge of policies, procedures, and EMS Protocols.

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)

Successful completion of a Paramedic program at the certificate or associates degree level (Required)

Work Experience

1 Year of Paramedic Experience (Preferred)

Training

Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) – (Preferred upon hire, Required within 1 year of hire) (Required at time of hire for RSFH)

Skills

• ICS 100 & 700 (Preferred)
• Computer Literacy
• Monitor patient conditions during transport
• Inform medical professional regarding patient conditions and care
• Record patients' medical history
• CPR
• Patient positioning
• Patient transport
• Customer service
• Patient care
• Perform EKG
• Splinting
• Wound care
• Obtaining vital signs, including manual blood pressure
• Attention to detail
• Problem solving
• Working independently
• Working under pressure
• Critical thinking
• Communication
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Empathy
• Yank Auer suctioning
• IV insertion
• IV removal
• IV site care
• Transport on monitor
• Medication administration
• Medication drip administration and monitoring
• Basic airway management
• Cardiac monitor strip interpretation of all rhythms per scope of practice and defibrillation

As a Bon Secours 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 Bon Secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affiantive 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].