Paramedic

Trinity Health; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health in West Des Moines, IA seeks a Part-time Paramedic to assess patients, triage emergencies, and develop care plans within rotating shifts. You will document interventions and adapt plans as patient conditions evolve, ensuring timely reports after ambulance transport.

Required Iowa paramedic certification, BLS/ACLS/PALS training with internal timelines, and Driver's license. Training on mandatory reporters and EVOC completes within specified months. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Iowa Paramedic certification required.
• BLS certification or obtain within 3 months.
• ACLS certification or obtain within 3 months.
• PALS training required within 3 months.
• Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training within 3 months.
• Must be at least 18 years old with valid driver’s license.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations training within 6 months.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients with a variety of medical conditions or injuries.
• Prepares patient care reports with 24 hours of completing the ambulance trip.
• Triages, prioritizes, and anticipates patients' needs. Develops a plan of care.
• Provides ongoing evaluation, altering the plan of care as indicated. Documents findings and interventions.
• Implements interventions consistent with protocols documenting response to treatment.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Iowa Paramedic Certification

BLS Certification (American Heart Association)

ACLS Certification

PALS Training

Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training

Driver's license

Emergency Vehicle Operations training

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Rotating Shift Description:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Assess patients with a variety of medical conditions or injuries.
• Prepares patient care reports with 24 hours of completing the ambulance trip.
• Triages, prioritizes, and anticipates patients' needs. Develops a plan of care.
• Provides ongoing evaluation, altering the plan of care as indicated. Documents findings and interventions.
• Implements interventions consistent with protocols documenting response to treatment.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• High school diploma preferred or high school equivalency.
• Current certification as a Paramedic in the State of Iowa required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. The acceptable credentialing body for this requirement is the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire. The acceptable credentialing body for this requirement is the American Heart Association.
• Proof of completion of Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training within 3 months of hire.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training required within three (3) months of hire
• Valid drivers 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.
• Emergency Vehicle Operations training within six (6) 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.