Paramedic - Stead Family Children's Hospital -Pediatric Specialty Clinic

University of Iowa; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Paramedic to join their dynamic nursing team. This exciting opportunity allows you to play a crucial role in patient care at a leading children's hospital. You will work under the guidance of a Nurse Manager, ensuring high-quality support for patients. With a full-time schedule and a comprehensive benefits package, including health and retirement plans, this position offers a fulfilling career path in a supportive environment. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and their families, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid Vacation

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Retirement Plan Contributions

Qualifications

• Current paramedic certification from Iowa Department of Public Health.
• Completion of BLS and ACLS courses by the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing team in providing patient care under supervision.
• Perform specific tasks related to patient care.

Skills

Paramedic Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Education

High School Graduation

Job description

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Department of Nursing is seeking a Paramedic to perform specific tasks to assist members of the Nursing team in providing patient care under the direct supervision of the Nurse Manager.

Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: 40 hours per week, day shift
Location: Stead Family Children’s Hospital (SFCH)
Rotations: no weekends, every other holiday
Merit Pay Plan

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
• For more information about Why Iowa?, click here

Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Graduation from high school, and
• Current paramedic certification by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, and
• Current course completion card in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, and
• Current course completion card in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association

Please include a resume with your submission.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact [e-mail].

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and subject to a criminal background check.

References:

• Five professional references will be requested and required at a later step in the recruitment process

Additional Information:

• Classification Title: Paramedic
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time

Compensation:

• Pay Level: 10

Contact Information:

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Megan Garton
• Contact Email: [e-mail]