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UnityPoint Health

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Health Technician or Technologist (Other) performs medical tests and operates diagnostic equipment. May specialize working in mental health, emergency medicine, occupational health, or in a medical laboratory.

$41,977 / year median in Iowa

+7% projected growth

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Job Description

Emergency Medical Technician

•Basic-Emergency Transport UnityPoint Health

•3.5 Des Moines, IA Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Parental leave 401(k) matching Pet insurance Qualifications EMT Certification High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Overview:

Make a Difference When Every Second Counts As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll use your prehospital emergency medical skills to assess, treat, and care for patients while offering reassurance to their families during critical moments. In this fast-paced role, you'll thrive under pressure, make confident clinical decisions, and deliver high-quality care in accordance with the Iowa EMS Scope of Practice, your certification level, and hospital policies. If you're passionate about helping others, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are ready to make an impact every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

Schedule:

Monday

Friday Days:

7AM

•7

PM Overnights:

7PM

•7AM Why UnityPoint Health?: At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members. Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.

Here are just a few:

Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program. Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members. Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family. With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities:
Responsibilities:

Provides non-emergent patient care transfers Reports, verbally and in writing, observations and medical care of the patient. Provides accurate medical documentation of all emergency medical treatment provided. May be assigned various administrative and/or hospital duties which may include, but is not limited to: inventory and ordering supplies, squad readiness checks/testing's and inventories; verifying that ambulance and its contents are in proper working condition; maintain familiarity with specialized equipment, etc. Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Initiative processes by properly reviewing patient care reports as set forth by department standards. Assists in providing assistance in the hospital emergency department Operates at level of certification as allowed by protocol with medical director approval (EMT/Paramedic). Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications:
Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Experience:

At least 1 year experience as EMT preferred License(s)/Certification(s): Certification as an EMT Required. Basic Life Support Certification Healthcare Provider Level. Valid Iowa Driver's License.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • 401(k) Plans
  • Health Insurance