At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

　　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.

　　Summary of Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

　　Paramedic will provide care and transportation of emergency and non-emergency in the pre-hospital environment and scenes at the Paramedic level of care defined by the Ohio EMS scope of practice. Paramedic will operate an ambulance in a safe and efficient manner. Paramedic will keep current on all required certifications and continuing education.

　　Essential Job Functions

　　Responds to Calls and performs patient assessment and triage

　　Perform IV Therapy and administer approved medications per Ohio EMS Scope of Practice

　　Performs advanced airway management per Ohio EMS Scope of Practice including needle decompression and advanced airway placement.

　　Cardiac Monitor strip interpretation all rhythms per scope of practice and defibrillation

　　Participate/attend required/mandatory trainings.

　　Provides proper care, safe, and efficient transport

　　Maintain proper reports and records

　　Care for vehicle and equipment

　　Maintains confidentiality and actively supports patient/family rights

　　Serve as a patient advocate

　　Performs other duties as assigned

　　Practices Mercy Core Values

　　May serve as proctor/educator for students

　　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.

　　Patient Population

　　-Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

　　-Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age, specific needs and to provide the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

　　-Neonates (0-4 weeks)

　　-Adolescents (13-17 years)

　　-Infant (1-12 months)

　　-Adults (18-64 years).

　　-Pediatrics (1-12 years)

　　-Geriatrics (65 years and older)

　　Education Qualifications -

　　Required Minimum Education:

　　High School Diploma or GED

　　Preferred Education: Vocational/ Technical Degree

　　Specialty/Major: Paramedic Certification

　　Licensing/ Certification -

　　Licensure/Certification Required: Paramedic Certification State of Ohio

　　Licensure/Certification Required: Valid Driver’s License/ AHA Healthcare Provider BLS

　　Licensure/Certification Required: AHA ACLS

　　Licensure/Certification Preferred: AHA PALS, NRP, ITLS/PHTL with in 6 months of hire

　　Licensure/Certification Preferred: IS 100 and IS 700

　　Minimum Qualifications

　　Minimum Years and Type of Experience:

　　1-3 years preferred

　　Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

　　Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 1 year of hire.

　　Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

　　Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

　　Prescription drug coverage

　　Flexible spending accounts

　　Life insurance w/AD&D

　　Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

　　Paid time off

　　Educational Assistance

　　And much more

　　*Benefits offerings vary according to 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 Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . 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 [email protected]