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ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

• Provides the practice and delivery of safe, effective, ethical and culturally competent emergency care to patients of all ages in emergency situations who require stabilization and/or resuscitation as a result of illness or injury.
• Responsible for overseeing the daily operation when the Manager and/or Charge Medic are not available. This includes support for management of human, fiscal, material and environmental resources in accordance with hospital guidelines, organization/EMS philosophies and in compliance with regulatory and professional standards.
• Key accountabilities include fostering interdisciplinary collaborative relationships; making decisions in patient care/triage; ensure smooth shift operations; facilitate a seamless transition for the next shift that includes exchange of essential information; active participation in quality monitoring and performance improvement activities; promote evidence-based practice through research utilization or conduct of practice research.
• Performs technical procedures according to GMC Ambulance protocols and function within their Scope of Practice in accordance with the Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of EMS.

POSITION SPECIFICATION:  

• High school plus additional course work up to 1 year
• Field Of Study: Emergency Medicine
• Special Training: Basic Life Support, ACLS
• Training Preferred: Associates Degree; Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); Critical Care Paramedic (CCP); PALS; Emergency Vehicle Operator Course; Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support or International Trauma Life Support
• Licensure/Registration: Licensed Paramedic in IA and IL (employees hired prior to 5/21/2017 have one year to obtain second state license); Valid Driver's License.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, 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.