Paramedic

EMT Position at Mercy HealthThe 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 Job FunctionsResponds to calls and performs patient assessmentsProvides basic airway managementProvides CPR and use of AEDParticipates/attends required trainingsProvides proper care, safe and efficient transportMaintains reports and recordsCares for vehicle and equipmentMaintains confidentiality and actively supports patient/family rightsServes as a patient advocateThis 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.Licensing/CertificationBasic 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)EducationHigh School Diploma or GED (required)Vocational/Technical Degree (preferred)Work Experience1 year experience with incident-free driving (required)1-3 of experience (preferred)TrainingEmergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within one year of hire (required)SkillsHard/Tech/Clinical Skills:Trauma CareMedical Emergency ManagementPediatric and Obstetric CarePatient AssessmentTransport and Equipment OperationDocumentation and ReportingKnowledge of EMS Protocol and GuidelinesUse of Medical EquipmentSoft/Interpersonal Skills:CommunicationCompassion and empathyTeamwork and CollaborationProblem SolvingEmotional Resilience and Stress ManagementAdaptability and FlexibilityAttention to DetailTime ManagementConflict ResolutionProfessionalism and IntegrityMercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.As a 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, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discountsPaid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and eldersTuition assistance, professional development and continuing education supportBenefits may vary based on the market and employment status.