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Emergency Medical Technician Basic-Emergency Transport

UnityPoint Health
Full-time
On-site
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
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Overview

Provides a high standard of patient care during non-emergent ambulance transportation. Provides patient care and transportation in a hospital setting.

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$5000 sign-on bonus for qualifying full time positions

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Provides a high standard of patient care during non-emergent ambulance transportation. Provides patient care and transportation in a hospital setting.

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Why UnityPoint Health?ย 

  • Commitment to our Team โ€“ For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.ย 
  • Culture โ€“ At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.ย 
  • Benefits โ€“ Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage youโ€™re in.ย 
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment โ€“ Weโ€™re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.ย 
  • Development โ€“ We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.ย 
  • Community Involvement โ€“ Be an essential part of our core purposeโ€”to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.ย 

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Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.ย 

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Responsibilities

ยท Provides non-emergent patient care transfers

ยท Reports, verbally and in writing, observations and medical care of the patient. Provides accurate medical documentation of all emergency medical treatment provided.

ยท May be assigned various administrative and/or hospital duties which may include, but is not limited to: inventory and ordering supplies, squad readiness checks/testingโ€™s and inventories; verifying that ambulance and its contents are in proper working condition; maintain familiarity with specialized equipment, etc.

ยท Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Initiative processes by properly reviewing patient care reports as set forth by department standards.

ยท Assists in providing assistance in the hospital emergency department

ยท Operates at level of certification as allowed by protocol with medical director approval (EMT/Paramedic).

ยท Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

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Basic UPH Performance Criteria

ยท Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.

ยท Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.

ยท Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.

ยท Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.

ยท Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.

ยท Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.

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Qualifications

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Minimum Requirements

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Preferred or Specialized

Not required to perform the essential functions of the position.

Education:

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ยท High School Diploma or equivalent plus a minimum certification as an Iowa EMT

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Experience:

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ยท At least 1 year experience as EMT preferred

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License(s)/Certification(s):

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ยท Minimum certification as an EMT

ยท Basic Life Support Certification Healthcare Provider Level

ยท Valid Iowa Driverโ€™s License.

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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

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ยท Ability to handle confidential information in a sensitive manner

ยท Ability to take initiative

ยท Effective oral and written communication skills

ยท Excellent interpersonal communication skills

ยท Ability to work efficiently and safely

ยท Problem solving ability

ยท Accurate mathematical skills

ยท Ability to concentrate in a diverse work setting

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