Critical Care Assistant EMT Life Flight 4

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Work Shift:

New hires eligible for $2500 sign-on bonus!

Summary:

- Responsible for transport of Mobile Intensive Care patients in the MICU vehicle and for assisting with patient care in a prompt and efficient manner to all patients transported via Mobile Intensive Care. Responsible for assessing planning organizing documenting and evaluating patient care in conjunction with the medical transport team. Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on assigned unit.

- Assists in communications center; assesses inventory and reorders.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

the MICU vehicle as needed to respond to runs in a safe and appropriate manner.

with care to the urgent/emergent needs of the patient prior to transport in the MICU. Assists in assessing patient condition patient related data and establishes priorities and plan of care. Communicates appropriate information to the MICU RN and paramedic.

MICU EMT will assist with patient care prior to transport.

as a professional representative of Mercy Health to the community.

with all ancillary and support services.

in maintaining the vehicle equipment and supplies as defined by departmental policy and procedures.

internal and external educational meetings keeps current in knowledge skills and clinical competencies through professional journals professional organizations etc.

neonatal team on neonatal transports by air or ground. Assists the neonatal team in loading and preparing isolette in vehicle as needed. Acts as resource to team with operational issues related to vehicle and/or equipment.

in the communications center as needed or when call volume dictates. Must be able to dispatch MICU or aircraft on notifications to requesting and receiving facilities as needed.

assess inventory of stock medical supplies and plans accordingly in reordering of supplies and equipment.

that equipment is retrieved from the hospital returned to Life Flight cleaned and labeled in preparation for return to requesting EMS agencies and/or hospitals.

with flight nurse on any other day-to-day duties that arise and need attention.

annual flight crewmember training.

to the standards and policies of the Corporate Responsibility Program including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations and reporting to designated Manger (or employer hotline) any suspected unethical fraudulent or unlawful acts or policies.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

be a graduate of an accredited EMT program.

have a valid Ohio Drivers license for a minimum of 2 years.

have an excellent driving record.

complete bi-annual safe driving training classes.

possess a current license as an EMT from the State of Ohio.

requires prior EMS field experience.

Cardiac Life Support certification required. BCLS instructor preferred.

Trauma Life Support certification or equivalent preferred.

possess sufficient interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with patients physicians and hospital personnel. Must have demonstrated leadership skills to participate in professional and community education programs: and to effectively maintain good public relations for sponsoring institutions.

requires one to six months orientation to acquire necessary familiarity with department and unit policies and procedures.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

- Works in a variable patient care environments as well as an ambulance and aircraft.

- Work requires carrying and lifting equipment of variable weight and assisting in safe stretcher/backboard transfer of the patient. Must be physically able to move about and work effectively in the confines of the ambulance.

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson 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 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.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly 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 youd 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 Employer please email . 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 .