EMT

MercyOne Medical Group; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne Medical Group Des Moines Ambulance is seeking an EMT-B for full-time, 12-hour day shifts. This role emphasizes direct patient care and rapid response within the Mercy system.

Ideal candidates hold Iowa EMT certification, a high school diploma or GED, 1 year EMT-B experience, valid driver’s license, and BLS within 3 months; mandatory reporter training within 3 months of hire may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Certified EMT in the State of Iowa.
• One year EMT-B direct patient care experience preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record per Mercy standards.
• BLS within 3 months of hire (AHA for Healthcare Providers).
• Mandatory Reporter abuse training within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and document findings.
• Prioritize needs and plan care.
• Implement interventions per protocols and document response.
• Evaluate and adjust treatment plan; document changes.
• Prepare equipment and restock/clean unit after missions.

Skills

EMT experience

Patient care

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

EMT equipment

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day ShiftDescription:MercyOne Des Moines Ambulance
Full-Time (72 Hours Biweekly)
12 Hour Day Shift

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to assess patients with medical conditions with findings reflected in the patient record.

• Prioritizes and anticipates patients’ needs and develops a plan of care.

• Implements interventions consistent with protocols and documents response to treatment.

• Provides ongoing evaluation, altering the treatment plan as needed. Documents findings and interventions.

• Prepares equipment and supplies. Checks medical equipment and supplies on a daily basis. Restocks and cleans unit after each mission.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• High school diploma preferred or high school equivalency.

• Certified as an EMT in the State of Iowa.

• One year recent experience functioning as an EMT-B providing direct patient care preferred.

• Valid driver’s/Chauffeurs License required. Must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, be at least 18 years of age, and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.

• Basic Life Support certified within three months of hire. Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.

• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within 3 months of hire.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.