1. Must be currently licensed in the State of Ohio.
2. Must have a current Basic Cardiac Life Support certificate from the American Heart Association.
3. Must be knowledgeable regarding the State of Ohio's laws regarding the functioning of EMT-B.'s.
4. Must be able to pass a written, oral, and practical E.M.T. level examination administered by the LifeCare educational section.
5. Must have a valid State of Ohio driver's license, must have maintained a driver's license for at least the previous two years and must keep a clean driving record. Any points against license must be reported and could be due cause for dismissal. All employees must also meet all requirements imposed by the state and federal governments with respect to individuals involved with medical transportation, as well as all requirements of LifeCare's insurance provider.
6. Must physically be able to fulfill the role of EMT, with or without a reasonable accommodation, which includes, but is not limited to, lifting and moving patients weighing up to 150 pounds without assistance and up to 300 pounds with the assistance of one other crew member.

1. Must be currently licensed in the State of Ohio as an "Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate".
2. Must be currently licensed in the State of Ohio as an "Emergency Medical Technician".
3. Must have a current Basic Life Support provider certificate for the American Heart Association.
4. Must be knowledgeable regarding the State of Ohio's laws regarding the functioning of Basic/Advanced E.M.T.'s.
5. Must have a valid State of Ohio driver's license and a good driving record. (See E.M.T. 5)
6. Must physically be able to fulfill the role of EMT, with or without a reasonable accommodation, which includes, but is not limited to, lifting and moving patients weighing up to 150 pounds without assistance and up to 300 pounds with the assistance of one other crew member.
7. Suggested to have 1-2 years previous experience with a first response emergency medical service.

1. Must be currently licensed in the State of Ohio as an E.M.T. - Paramedic.
2. Must have a current Advanced Cardiac Life Support provider certificate from the American Heart Association.
3. Must have a current Basic Cardiac Life Support provider certificate from the American Heart Association.
4. Must secure and maintain State of Ohio PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or PEP (Pediatric Emergency Provider) and BTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support) certifications immediately after beginning employment with LifeCare.
5. Must be knowledgeable regarding the State of Ohio's laws regarding the functioning of E.M.T.'s & Paramedics
6. Must be able to pass a written, oral, and practical E.M.T. and Paramedic level test administered by the LifeCare educational section.
7. If driving, must have a valid State of Ohio driver's license, must have maintained a driver's license for at least the previous two years and must keep a clean driving record. Any points against license must be reported and could be due cause for dismissal. All employees must also meet all requirements imposed by the state and federal governments with respect to individuals involved with medical transportation, as well as all requirements of LifeCare's insurance provider.
8. Must physically be able to fulfill the role of EMT - Paramedic, with or without a reasonable accommodation which includes, but is not limited to, lifting & moving patients weighing up to 150 pounds without assistance and up to 300 pounds with the assistance of one other crew member.
9. Suggested to have 1-2 years previous Paramedic experience with an emergency medical service.

1. Must be 18 years of age or older, have a valid Ohio driver's license, must have maintained a drivers license for at least the previous two (2) years and must keep a clean driving record. Any points against license must be reported and could be cause for dismissal. All employees must also meet all requirements imposed by the state and federal governments with respect to individuals involved with medical transportation, as well as requirements of LifeCare's insurance provider.
2. The qualifications of each driver and each attendant must satisfy all local, state and federal laws and regulations.
3. Each driver and each attendant must have a current card issued as proof of successful completion of the "American Red Cross" (or equivalent certifying organization) basic course in first aid, as well as a CPR certificate or EMT certification.
4. Each ambulette driver and each attendant must have completed a passenger assistance training course to include at a minimum the basic characteristics of major disabling conditions affecting ambulation, basic considerations for functional factors, management of wheelchairs, assistance and transfer techniques, environmental considerations, and emergency procedures.
5. Each ambulette driver and each attendant must have an identification card available to the patient identifying his/her complete name and company affiliation.
6. Must be physically able to fulfill the role of wheelchair van driver and attendant, with or without a reasonable accommodation, which includes, but is not limited to lifting and moving patients weighing up to 150 pounds without assistance and up to 300 pounds with the assistance of one other crew member.
7. Must perform other duties as assigned or required to allow for the smooth and efficient operation of the LifeCare wheelchair van service.
8. Provide care that is observant and responsive to patient needs as they arise.

Minimum Requirements

1. High school diploma or (GED).
2. Three to six months related experience.
3. Emergency Medical Dispatch Certification, EMT Certification, certifications through APCO, NENA, or Powerphone are desired.
4. Must have the ability to maintain composure in an emergency situation and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
5. Must have proficiency with windows-based computer programs.

1. Positions in the Communications Center are accountable for receiving 911 emergency calls, non-emergency transportaion calls, and inner-office related phone calls.
2. Communicators are reaponsible for understanding and using Nortel phone systmes, ZOLLdata based CAD systems http://zolldata.com/web/dispatch.aspx, mapping software, and multiple channel radio systems.
3. Communicators should posses a hands on knowledge of the Lorain County area.
4. The commuications center is the central hub for LifeCare Ambulance and commicators are expected to maintain professionalism at all times.

1. Requires long periods of sitting.
2. Ability to work under stressful conditions.
3. Ability to see, hear, and process information.