Advanced Life Support Paramedic, Ground Transport

UnityPoint Health; Anamosa (IA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and health insurance

Paid time off

401K matching

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Job summary

UnityPoint Health is seeking a dedicated Paramedic to provide advanced prehospital care, assessment, and transport in emergency settings. You will work within an interdisciplinary EMS team, applying critical thinking and life-support skills to support patient outcomes.

The role requires completion of an accredited Paramedic program, state certification, and a valid driver’s license. Prior EMS experience is preferred, and ongoing training and quality improvement are part of the duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Paramedic training program required.
• Paramedic certification (state-specific) required upon hire.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record required.
• PALS within 60 days; Mandatory Reporter training within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced life support (ALS) care in prehospital and transport settings.
• Assess, monitor, and treat patients in emergency situations using clinical judgment.
• Administer medications, manage airways, initiate IV/IO access, and perform ECG interpretation.
• Safely transport patients while maintaining continuous monitoring and documentation of care.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch, medical control, and receiving facilities; document care and transport details.
• Maintain equipment, supplies, and ambulance readiness at all times.
• Participate in ongoing training, quality improvement, and continuing education activities.

Skills

ALS care

EMS experience

Patient assessment

Medication administration

IV/IO access

ECG interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Paramedic training program

Tools

ECG interpretation

EMR documentation

Job description

UnityPoint Health is seeking a dedicated Paramedic to provide advanced prehospital care, assessment, and transport in emergency settings. You will work within an interdisciplinary EMS team, applying critical thinking and life-support skills to support patient outcomes.

The role requires completion of an accredited Paramedic program, state certification, and a valid driver’s license. Prior EMS experience is preferred, and ongoing training and quality improvement are part of the duties.