EMT, Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Services ​/ EMS

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift: 12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Mercy One Des Moines Ambulance Full-Time (72 Hours Biweekly) 12 Hour Day Shift

• Ability to assess patients with medical conditions with findings reflected in the patient record.
• Prioritizes and anticipates patients’ needs and develops a plan of care.
• Implements interventions consistent with protocols and documents response to treatment.
• Provides ongoing evaluation, altering the treatment plan as needed.
• Documents findings and interventions.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Checks medical equipment and supplies on a daily basis.
• Restocks and cleans unit after each mission.

• High school diploma preferred or high school equivalency.
• Certified as an EMT in the State of Iowa.
• One year recent experience functioning as an EMT-B providing direct patient care preferred.
• Valid driver’s/Chauffeurs License required.
• Must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, be at least 18 years of age, and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.
• Basic Life Support certified within three months of hire.
• Acceptable credentialing bodies and certifications include American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers.
• Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within 3 months of hire.

we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care & experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services.

Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on Linked In.