Paramedic - PRN

STORY COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER; Nevada (IA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

PRN employment

48/96 hour shifts

Job summary

Story County Medical Center in Nevada, Iowa is seeking a Paramedic to join its Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU) on an hourly PRN basis. This role offers 48/96-hour shifts and a competitive wage with a salary range of $19.81 to $30.00 per hour, commensurate with experience and scope of practice.

You will respond to emergency calls, provide patient care from neonate to geriatric, perform procedures under protocol, and maintain certification requirements, while upholding confidentiality and

Qualifications

• Paramedic program graduate.
• Current Iowa paramedic certification.
• ACLS and PALS within specified period after start date.
• Valid Iowa Chauffeurs license with a good driving record.
• Knowledge of ambulance operation and EVOC within 1 year of employment.
• BLS within 30 days of start date.
• Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter within 30 days of employment.
• Skill in oral and written communications.
• Knowledge of pre-hospital emergency care.

Responsibilities

• Provides emergency medical treatment to patients from neonate to geriatric, based on protocols and within scope of certification.
• Appropriately and safely respond to calls when dispatched.
• Performs procedures as directed by a physician or written protocols.
• Maintains competency in advanced skills via scheduled labs and director expectations.
• Assists in the Emergency Department while adhering to the ambulance scope of practice.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient, resident, and personnel information.

Skills

Paramedic

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

BLS Certification

Iowa paramedic certification

Iowa Chauffeurs license

Emergency vehicle operations

Oral and written communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited paramedic program

Job description

• Employee Type Hourly

Description

Are you seeking a new and exciting chapter in your career journey? Join us at Story County Medical Center as PARAMEDIC within our Mobile Intensive Care Unit (MICU)! Located in Nevada, Iowa, we deliver top-quality healthcare across multiple specialties in a community-focused setting. Be part of our dynamic team and make a meaningful impact in healthcare!

As a PARAMEDIC you will:

• Provides emergency medical treatment to patients from neonate to geriatric, based on protocols from the State of Iowa, Department of Public Health (IDPH), Bureau of EMS, and Hospital policy and procedure, under the license of the service’s Medical Director.
• Appropriately and safely respond to calls when dispatched.
• Performs procedures as directed by a physician, or in accordance with written protocols, within the scope of certification.
• Maintains competency in advanced skills by participating in scheduled advanced trauma labs yearly, and as otherwise directed by the Medical Director via written expectations.
• Assists in the Emergency Department while adhering to the same scope of practice as permitted on the ambulance.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of patient, resident, and personnel information.

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Are you detail-oriented, organized, and passionate about optimizing patient care? We are looking for candidates who meet the following requirements:

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Paramedic:
  • Graduate of an accredited paramedic program.
  • Current and valid Iowa paramedic certification.
  • ACLS Certification and PALS (or ENPC) Provider within specified period after start date.
• Paramedic:
  • Valid Iowa Chauffeurs license with a good driving record.
  • Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of an ambulance and will participate in an emergency vehicle operations course within 1 year of employment.
  • BLS certification within 30 days of start date
  • Dependent Adult and Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter within 30 days of employment.
  • Skill in oral and written communications.
  • Considerable knowledge of the operation and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
  • Considerable knowledge of pre-hospital emergency care.
  • Must have legal authorization to work in the United States

WHY CHOOSE US?

Are you looking for a workplace that prioritizes your well-being and supports your professional growth? Look no further! We offer a competitive salary range paired with a comprehensive benefits package designed to assist you throughout your career journey.

At Story Medical, we provide access to wellness resources, professional development opportunities, retirement planning assistance, and a supportive work environment. We believe in equipping our team members with the tools and resources they need to succeed. Join us and become part of a community where your contributions are valued, and your growth is encouraged.

Employment Type: PRN

Schedule: 48/96 hour shifts

Salary Range: $19.81 - $30.00 per hour based on scope (competitive and commensurate with experience)

Work Authorization: Please note that Story County Medical Center will only employ individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This position does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. Candidates with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J, or TN, or those who require sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire at this time.