Paramedic or EMT | PRN | Henry County EMS

$52,291 - $52,291/Yr

Great River Health Systems - Mount Pleasant, IA

Full-time - Entry Level

Mount Pleasant, IA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Paramedic or EMT position at Great River Health Systems is a PRN role within the Henry County EMS, focused on providing emergency medical care and support to patients in various situations. The role requires effective communication with patients and medical personnel, as well as the application of emergency pre-hospital care skills. The position demands a high level of competence in assessing and managing patients' conditions, particularly in stressful and life-threatening situations.

Responsibilities

• Communicates effectively with patients, students, and the public.
• Explains care and treatment to patients and their families.
• Communicates from the field with medical control and allied emergency personnel.
• Applies knowledge and skills of emergency pre-hospital care and treatment.
• Acts within the state of Iowa scope of practice for the Paramedic or EMT level.
• Provides basic patient assessment and care including assessment and management of the patient's airway, breathing, and circulatory status.
• Maintains competency in basic and advanced airway skills.
• Displays knowledge of dosage, route, indication, and administration of medications.
• Completes required skills maintenance and competency standards.
• Displays proficiency in vascular access, including IV/IO techniques.
• Performs capably and competently under stressful situations.
• Demonstrates competence during life-threatening situations.
• Correctly interprets individual situations and acts according to protocol.
• Is calm and decisive in new or stressful situations.
• Recognizes limitations and seeks help from appropriate sources.
• Prioritizes patients' conditions and triages appropriately during a multi-casualty incident.

Requirements

• Graduation from a Paramedic or EMT program.
• Possess a current valid Paramedic certification or EMT certification as issued by the IDPH Bureau of EMS.
• Continue to obtain necessary CEH requirements.
• Possess a current, valid chauffeur license.