Paramedic

MercyOne Des Moines

Des Moines, IA, US
Assess patients with medical conditions
Operate ambulance vehicle safely
Prepare patient care reports within 24 hours
The role provides professional care for acutely ill and injured patients in both ground ambulance pre-hospital and hospital environments

Job Summary

  • The role provides professional care for acutely ill and injured patients in both ground ambulance pre-hospital and hospital environments.
  • Employees are guided by MercyOne Ambulance protocols or direct medical control to ensure consistent and safe patient outcomes.
  • Trinity Health System honors the dignity of every person and embraces unique perspectives to deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

Matching Summary

The role provides professional care for acutely ill and injured patients in both ground ambulance pre-hospital and hospital environments.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assess patients with medical conditions
  • Operate ambulance vehicle safely
  • Prepare patient care reports within 24 hours
  • Restock and clean ambulance rig daily
  • Implement interventions consistent with protocols

Nice-to-have

  • Stand-by EMS service at events
  • Assist with station duties
  • Anticipate patient needs proactively
  • Deliver compassionate person-centered care

Key Requirements

  • Current Paramedic certification in Iowa
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training
  • Valid driver's license meeting safety standards
  • Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training

Work Rights

Must be eligible to drive per Iowa state law

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