Paramedic Intern ( EMT BASIC ) | LACP | Mercy Health

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.

Are you a certified EMT looking to take your career to the next level? This internship offers the perfect blend of hands-on EMT experience and advanced medical training. As part of the program, you'll work as an EMT while attending a paramedic training course, gaining the skills and knowledge needed to advance in the field.

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Basic 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 Ohio EMS scope of practice. Basic 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 assessment

Provides Basic Airway management per Ohio EMS Scope of Practice

Provides CPR and use of AED

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

Qualifications

Education Qualifications:

Required Minimum Education:

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Education:

Vocational/ Technical Degree

Licensing/ Certification:

Licensure/Certification Required:

Basic EMT Certificate State of Ohio

Licensure/Certification Required:

Valid Driver’s License/ AHA Healthcare Provider BLS

Licensure/Certification Preferred:

IS 100 and IS 700

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum Years and Type of Experience:

1-3 years

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 recruitment@mercy.com. 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 recruitment@mercy.com