Paramedic | LACP

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Paramedic:

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.

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.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

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

S cheduled Weekly Hours:

42

Work Shift:

Nights (United States of America)

Department:

Administration - St. Rita's

 Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia,

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