Paramedic - Critical Care Support in Academic Health System

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Retirement plan contributions

Job summary

University of Iowa Health Care seeks a Paramedic to support patient care under supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner or designee. The role is based in Des Moines, IA, with a 60% time allocation, and requires current paramedic certification, BLS, and ACLS.

You will assist Nurses and LIP in clinical duties, monitor patients, and document in the EMR. Join UI Health Care and contribute to a renowned academic health system that emphasizes compassionate care, research, and education.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma.
• Current paramedic certification by state EMS authorities.
• Current BLS provider card (American Heart Association).
• Current ACLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assists nurses and LIP in patient care and ensures patient safety.
• Performs airway management, ventilation, and monitoring per scope of practice.
• Document orders and patient data in the EMR.
• Collect and process lab specimens as required by protocols.
• Participate in trauma and emergency care procedures.
• Provide patient and family support and education.

Skills

Patient care

EMR use

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

High school diploma

Paramedic certification

Tools

BLS

ACLS

Job description

University of Iowa Health Care seeks a Paramedic to support patient care under supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner or designee. The role is based in Des Moines, IA, with a 60% time allocation, and requires current paramedic certification, BLS, and ACLS.

You will assist Nurses and LIP in clinical duties, monitor patients, and document in the EMR. Join UI Health Care and contribute to a renowned academic health system that emphasizes compassionate care, research, and education.