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:** 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