Paramedic - Cedar Rapids Urgent Care 90%
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Assists registered nurses, medical assistants, and LIPs in the delivery of patient care, with regard to patient condition and age.
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Performs patient care related to oxygen therapy and monitoring, cardiac monitoring (acquiring and interpreting 12-lead EKGs, cardioversion and defibrillation), vital signs, specimens (i.e. blood, urine or sputum) and properly packaging and sending to specimen control.
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Initiates IVs and venipuncture samples as well as bedside glucose monitoring.
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Assists with hemorrhage control, spinal immobilization and splinting.
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Under the functional supervision of the APP administers routine oral, rectal, sublingual, nasal, topical, otic, Opthalmic, inhalation, intraosseous and injectable medications, not including “high alert” medications as designated by UIHC policy. Also, not requiring a high level of skill or nursing judgment. Administers ACLS emergency IV medications and non-emergent IV medications.
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Provides psychological support to the patient and family based on assessed needs.
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Notifies APP of any pertinent changes in patient condition or disposition; report unusual incidents, complaints or concerns to Clinic Manager or designee, as appropriate.
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Performs related and routine clerical tasks pursuant to performing the aforementioned duties.
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Other duties as assigned.
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ICARE Values:
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Innovation – We see creative ways to solve problems.
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Collaboration – We believe teamwork is the best way to work.
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Accountability – We behave ethically, act openly and with integrity in all that we do, taking responsibility for our actions.
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Respect – We honor diversity and recognize the worth and dignity of every person.
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Excellence – We strive to achieve excellence in all that we do.
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Knowledge of ACLS procedures.
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Knowledge of drug and medical terminology.
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Knowledge of most common emergency drugs and their uses and usual doses.
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Ability to perform ACLS, procedures.
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Ability to perform patient care as delegated.
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Ability to treat patient issues with confidentiality.
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Ability to complete an assignment under time-sensitive and highly stressful situations while maintaining composure and focus.
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Ability to complete an assignment and follow-through with a problem to solution within the scheduled period.
Minimum Eligibility Requirements
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Graduation from high school, and
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Current paramedic certification by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, and
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Current course completion card in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, and
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Current course completion card in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association
Desirable Qualifications
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Minimum 6 month experience as a paramedic in an acute care setting.
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Driver’s License and ability to meet University of Iowa Fleet Safety Standards is desired.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer
The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran. The University also affirms its commitment to providing equal opportunities and equal access to University facilities. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply for all employment vacancies. For additional information on nondiscrimination policies, contact the Coordinator of Title IX and Section 504, and the ADA in The Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity, 319/335-0705 (voice) or 319/335-0697 (text), The University of Iowa, 202 Jessup Hall, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242-1316.
Persons with disabilities may contact University Human Resources/Faculty and Staff Disability Services, (319) 335-2660 or fsds@uiowa.edu, to inquire or discuss accommodation needs
