Paramedic- Des Moines
About The Position
MMT Ambulance is seeking compassionate EMS professionals to join their growing team. As a Paramedic, you will be an integral part of the primary care team during ambulance transports, responsible for direct patient care, medical transport, performing equipment checks and maintenance, and station upkeep. The role involves administering basic and advanced life support treatments, safely operating emergency vehicles, delivering competent patient care in various settings, applying EMS procedures, interacting professionally with healthcare personnel, documenting information accurately, assisting fellow EMS providers, maintaining equipment, and adhering to company policies and protocols. Clear communication with the Dispatch Center is essential, and there may be a requirement to administer first aid to injured coworkers.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent required
- Current Paramedic certification
- Valid driver’s license and good driving record
- Current CPR
- Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills
- Good communication and interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Administering basic and advanced life support treatments within the Paramedic scope
- Safely operating and maintaining emergency vehicles in compliance with laws
- Delivering competent patient care in various settings
- Applying EMS procedures in practical situations
- Interacting professionally with healthcare personnel
- Documenting information accurately in our charting system
- Assisting fellow EMS providers and providing comprehensive reports
- Maintaining equipment, ensuring cleanliness, and restocking supplies
- Adhering to company and local agency policies and protocols
- Demonstrating a clean appearance and professional, ethical behavior
- Maintain clear and consistent communications with the Dispatch Center
- May be required to administer first aid to injured coworkers when necessary
Benefits
- Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision
- Health savings account
- Flexible spending account
- Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K, with a company match
- Paid Time Off
- Employer Paid: Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Plans: Short-Term Disability, Life, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance
- Professional Development: Free access to CAPCE-accredited training through our Learning Management System powered by FlightBridge, along with recertification courses for American Heart and American Red Cross, as well as Tuition Reimbursement and Continuous Education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
