Job Information
Trinity Health Paramedic Driving in WEST DES MOINES, Iowa
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Screens patient’s medical record for diagnosis and order for procedure. Greets, educates and prepares patients for procedure (testing) according to protocol.Establishes IV sites and administers intravenous medications as a part of various diagnostic tests.
Maintains procedure rooms with necessary supplies and materials.
Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
Ensures proper functioning of equipment and reports malfunctions to department director
Performs stress test according to protocol. Documents appropriate information.
Instructs and educates patients regarding ordered tests and follow-up.
Participates in ALARA Program.
Files records and reports as needed.
Attends required meetings and participates in committees as requested.
Maintains safe and clean work environment.
Successfully completes Iowa Heart Center Skills Evaluation for Stress Testing
Travels to other Iowa Heart Center offices as needed.
Operate required vehicle(s) in a safe manner to perform required duties of the position.
Operates office machines.
Answers the telephone and forwards information to appropriate individuals.
Assists with other department procedures as requested.
Assists with maintaining and monitoring supplies.
Performs other related duties as required
Current Paramedic Specialist Designation for the State of Iowa
Prior experience and/or training of cardiac monitoring and patient assessment preferred.
Valid Iowa Driver’s/Chauffeurs License required, must meet Mercy’s Motor Vehicle Safety Standards, must be at least 18 years of age and be eligible to drive per Iowa state law.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified or obtained within three (3) months of hire.
Proof of completion of Mandatory Reporter abuse training specific to population served within three (3) months of hire.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is 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, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
EOE including disability/veteran