Paramedic- Des Moines, IA + $500 Sign-On Bonus!

Navarre Corporation; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

401(k) with employer match.

PTO and holiday pay.

Continuing education and certification

Job summary

Navarre Corporation in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Paramedic to deliver ALS care in emergency and non-emergency settings. This role requires clinical judgment, scene leadership, and adherence to protocols.

You will provide ALS care, document treatments, mentor EMT partners, and operate ALS equipment. This position offers 12- or 24-hour shifts, competitive pay with ALS differential, and benefits for full-time staff.

Qualifications

• Current Paramedic certification (Ohio or Iowa, or reciprocity eligible).
• Current ACLS, PALS, and CPR certifications.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role.
• Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide ALS patient care including medication administration and advanced airway management.
• Lead patient care during emergency responses.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and interventions.
• Operate ambulance and ALS equipment safely and effectively.
• Accurately document patient care and treatments.
• Mentor EMT partners as appropriate.
• Ensure compliance with medical direction and protocols.

Skills

Paramedic certification

ACLS

PALS

CPR certification

Communication skills

Education

Paramedic certification

Job description

Job Title: Paramedic

Location: Des Moines, IA

Department: Operations / Field Services

Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Reports To: Operations Manager

Hourly Rate: $32/hr

Position Summary

The Paramedic delivers advanced life support (ALS) care in emergency and non-emergency environments. This role requires advanced clinical judgment, leadership on scene, and adherence to medical protocols.

Key Responsibilities

Provide ALS patient care including medication administration and advanced airway management. Lead patient care during emergency responses. Perform comprehensive patient assessments and interventions. Operate ambulance and ALS equipment safely and effectively. Accurately document patient care and treatments. Mentor EMT partners as appropriate. Ensure compliance with medical direction and protocols.

Minimum Qualifications

Current Paramedic certification (Ohio or Iowa, or reciprocity eligible). Current ACLS, PALS, and CPR certifications. Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record. Ability to meet physical demands of the role. Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years of Paramedic experience. Critical Care or FTO experience. EVOC/CEVO certification.

Schedule & Compensation

12- or 24-hour shifts (varies by operation). Competitive hourly pay with ALS differential. Sign-on or retention incentives (if applicable).

Benefits (if full-time)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• PTO and holiday pay.
• Continuing education and certification reimbursement.