Paramedic - Emergency Department - Lorain Hospital

Paramedic - Emergency Department - Lorain Hospital

Apply for the Paramedic - Emergency Department - Lorain Hospital role at Bon Secours Mercy Health
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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.

• Seniority level – Entry level
• Employment type
  
  – Full‑time
• Job function – Health Care Provider
• Industries – Hospitals and Health Care

• Full Time – 36 weekly hours
• Shift times – 11:00 am–11:30 pm
• Rotating weekend & holiday availability required

The Inpatient Paramedic provides direct patient care under the guidance of a RN or designated healthcare professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations, and within policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.

• Provides basic patient care and tasks including, but not limited to, care and comfort, vital sign measurement, personal care and hygiene, assists with mobility, performs lab draws, ECGs, basic wound care, and other unit‑based specialty duties under the direction of an RN or Physician based on state and market guidelines.
• Performs the ED Tech Advanced role, including colostomy care, IV insertion and removal, IV site care, transport on monitor, initiation of CPR, Foley catheter placement, identification of patients in crisis or decline with timely alerting of an RN, and other unit‑based specialty duties as per state and department guidelines.
• Completes patient rounding as assigned.
• Assists with giving patients instructions and discharge.
• Administers medication safely in accordance with state scope of practice and organizational policies.
• Provides 1:1 patient safety companion service as needed.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.
• Provides high‑level customer service to all patients, families, community providers, visitors, and employees.
• Provides accurate, precise, timely documentation as applicable to patient care.
• Participates in handoff reports of pertinent information regarding patient and departmental needs upon arrival and departure.
• Performs delegated tasks once competency has been validated.
• Collects data within scope.
• Completes patient screenings as applicable.
• Promotes quality and safety by continually seeking to improve processes and systems to enhance patient care delivery.
• Demonstrates ability to work independently, problem‑solve, and resolve conflict under considerable stress.
• Maintains knowledge of policies and procedures.

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
ACLS – AHA (preferred upon hire)
PALS – AHA (preferred upon hire)
Current paramedic‑level certification (required)

High School Diploma or GED (required)
Successful completion of a Paramedic program at the certificate or associate degree level (required)

2 Years of paramedic experience (preferred)

• Neonates (0‑4 weeks)
• Infant (1‑12 months)
• Pediatrics (1‑12 years)
• Adolescents (13‑17 years)
• Adults (18‑64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 + years)

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads.
• Limited travel up to 10% of time, generally ground travel.
• Exposure to high noise levels and bright lights.
• Exposure to physical altercations and verbal abuse.
• Limited hazardous substances or body fluids.
• Use of physical restraints when necessary.
• Exposure to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions.
• Periods of constant interruptions.
• Key responsibilities require adherence to universal precautions, PPE, and infection control policies.

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses, and a 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑term and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

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 are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at