Emergency Medical Tech

Company: Mercy
Location: Lowell
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

We're a Little DifferentOur mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service. At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."Overview:Perform direct patient are including assessment, evaluation, and basic life support according to the goals of Mercy, the philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy, Standard of Care, and Employee Code of Conduct. EMT-A's may also perform clerical, dispatch, and maintenance duties as needed by the office. Performs related duties as assigned.Qualifications:

• Education: None.
• Licensure: State of Arkansas EMT license, Hazmat awareness level training. State of Arkansas EMT license, State of Arkansas drivers license.
• Experience: Applicants must at least 20 years of age to operate the Mercy EMS vehicles.
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS
• Other: Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities: May be required to work differing shifts and schedules. Working Conditions, Mental and Physical Requirements: Must be physically fit and able to lift heavy loads. Work in all climatic conditions of the -NWA region. Is exposed to the elements on a daily basis; incurring dangerous situations on an occasional basis. Lift and carry pre-hospital care equipment and patients over all types of terrain. Physical demands are attached plus push, pull, and grip at -75 lbs. plus, pinch up to 20 lbs., kneel, crouch, and crawl occasionally.We Offer Great Benefits:Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 48 hours or more per pay period!We're bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We're expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We're also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care - that's just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
  Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. -The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

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