Paramedic

Lifepoint Health; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is seeking a Paramedic for a full-time day shift. The role includes a $15,000 sign-on bonus for well-qualified applicants, with a 3x12 schedule (7a-7p) and rotating weekends. The candidate should have EMT-P certification and relevant experience, and licensure validated by the state.

Join a Lifepoint Health network facility focused on community health and professional growth, offering comprehensive benefits and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree preferred; licensure valid in state.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical skills according to policy and procedure.
• Provides a positive first impression to patients and visitors.
• Uses effective communication with patients, visitors, and staff, applying age-appropriate policies.
• Takes action to resolve patient concerns and complaints.
• Demonstrates integrity in all interactions.

Skills

EMT/Paramedic exp

Education

Associate's degree preferred; licensure valid in state

Job description

OTTUMWA REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER

Paramedic

Job Type: Full-Time | Days

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus available to well qualified applicants

Schedule: 3x12, Days (7a-7p), Rotating Weekends

Your experience matters

Ottumwa Health Group, LLC is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being, so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Paramedic joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Paramedic who excels in this role:

• Demonstrates respect for others and self. Performs technical skills according to policy and procedure.
• Provides a positive first impression.
• Uses positive/effective communication with patients, visitors, associates and others. Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures.
• Takes action to resolve customer complaints.
• Demonstrates integrity.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

EDUCATION:

• Associate's degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline; validated by current state licensure

EXPERIENCE:

• Experience (paid or volunteer) as a FR, EMT, or Paramedic preferred.

CERTIFICATE/LICENSE :

• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-P)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire; Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) within 6 months of hire date

More about Ottumwa Health Group, LLC

At Ottumwa Health Group, LLC, your experience matters. As part of a strong national network with a deeply rooted local heart, we offer the best of both worlds-national strength and resources, combined with the personal connections and community focus that make a difference every day.

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Health Group, LLC is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.