Paramedic - Full Time

Who We Are:

Mitchell County Regional Health Center is in Osage, Iowa located in Mitchell County, which has a population of 10,600 people. MCRHC is a 25-bed critical access hospital, including a Level 4 Trauma Center Emergency Room seeing 3,200 visits annually. The Surgical Services department performs over 1,300 procedures annually, including specialties General Surgery, Orthopedics, ENT, Urology, Ophthalmology, Pain management, and Podiatry.

We are proud to share our strong tradition of excellence, progress and solid economic performance. Founded more than 75 years ago as a community hospital, today we operate three clinics, 24/7 emergency services, inpatient and outpatient medical/surgical services. We have invested millions in facility upgrades just in the last few years. With more than 225 employees and average tenure of eight years, our growth continues with multiple expansion projects currently underway. We are an affiliate of MercyOne.

Come practice in a family-oriented, patient focused organization where your skills and knowledge are appreciated and valued!

About The Job:

The position functions so as to support the policies and procedures of the Emergency Services Department and the Mitchell County Regional Health Center. This position maintains the highest possible standards in order to provide the highest level of care and treatment to persons utilizing the ambulance service. This position may require staffing of ERV (Emergency Response Vehicle) and responding to calls immediately and managing patients independently. The Paramedic is an allied health professional whose primary focus is to provide advanced emergency medical care for critical and emergent patients who access the emergency medical system. This individual possesses the complex knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care and transportation. This position also helps with patient care in the Critical Access Emergency Department.

The Position: .9 FTE. 72 hours per pay period.

Pay: Starts at $24.73, increase with experience.

Shift: Sunday through Saturday, includes Holidays and Weekends. 12 hour shifts paired with 12 hours on call.

Position Qualifications:

1. Education
1. State of Iowa Paramedic, Paramedic, or Paramedic Specialist Required
2. BLS, PALS, and ACLS Required
3. National Registry Certification Paramedic preferred
4. Emergency Vehicle Driving Safety course preferred
2. Experience
1. 2 years previous healthcare or Ambulance experience preferred.
3. Special Skills & Aptitudes
1. Able to deal tactfully with the public and staff and work harmoniously with other personnel.
2. Able to function independently in high stress situations and provide competent care based off of Standing Protocols.
3. Able to take charge and lead other crew members in patient care and all aspects related to EMS
4. Able to obtain and maintain a valid driver license.
5. If over 21 years of age; current state Driver's License in good standing and insurable
6. If over 21 years of age; satisfactory driving record in accordance with the MCEMS Driving Policy.

What We Give:

• Paid Time Off

• Competitive starting wage

• Student Loan Assistance program available

• Health, Dental and Life Insurance

• State of Iowa Pension Plan (IPERS)

• Flex Spending Accounts

• Free use of on-site gym

• Cafeteria Discounts

• Optometry and Orthotic Discounts

• Professional Development Opportunities

The Legal Items:

Reference Checks-Pre-Offer

Post offer drug screen is required.

Background Check-Post Offer Acceptance

Pre-Employment Screening Post offer acceptance

MCRHC is an equal opportunity employer.

Verification of required vaccinations at offer acceptance. MMR, Tetanus and Varicella.