Paramedic - Mission Cancer + Blood (Des Moines)

Paramedic - Mission Cancer + Blood (Des Moines) Mission Cancer & Blood, part of UI Health Care is seeking a Paramedic who under direct supervision of a Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP), Nurse Manager, or designee, assists with patient care services. Duties to include:

1. Assists registered nurses and/or LIP’s in the delivery of patient care, with regard to patient condition and age.
2. Performs patient care in compliance with the Iowa Department of Public Health Paramedic Scope of Practice related to:

a. Maintaining Airway/Breathing ii. BiPAP, CPAP iii. Bridge Airway Devices v. Chest Tube Monitoring viii. Gastric Decompression (nasogastric or orogastric tube) ix. Needle Chest Decompression x. PEEP (Positive End-Expiratory Pressure) – Therapeutic xi. Obstruction (direct laryngoscopy/manual) xiv. Ventilation (mouth, bag valve, manually triggered) xv. Ventilatory – Automatic Transport b. Assessment i. Blood Chemistry Analysis ii. Blood Glucose Monitor iv. Central Line Monitoring v. Blood Pressure, Pulse Oximetry vi. Electrocardiogram (ECG) (single or multi-lead) Interpretive c. Pharmacological Interventions i. Routine Oral, Rectal, Sublingual, Nasal, Topical, Otic, Opthalmic, Inhalation, Intraosseous, Injectable Medications ii. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Emergency IV mediations ii. Extremity Stabilization (manual) iii. Extremity Splinting iv. Eye Irrigation v. Eye Irrigation – Morgan Lens vii. PASG (Pneumatic Antishock Garment) i. Assisted Delivery ii. Cardioversion iv. BLS (Basic Life Support) – Manual/Mechanical v. Defibrillator - Manual/Automated f. Lab i. Adhere to strict procedures and practice of safety precautions to prevent the transmission of infectious diseases. iii. Verify, complete, and resolve orders in the EMR (electronic medical record). iv. Complete lab requisition orders and produce appropriate labels for specimen tubes in the LIS (laboratory information system). v. Obtain blood specimens from patients as required using established blood-drawing techniques. vi. Centrifuge appropriate tubes to obtain serum/plasma for testing. vii. Perform moderate complexity or point of care testing following standard operating policies and procedures. viii. Assist with collection, labeling, and transportation of other laboratory specimens as necessary. ix. Record results in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations. x. Perform various quality control procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations. 3. Completes Point of Care (POC) testing. 4. Provides psychological support to the patient and family based on assessed needs. 5. Communicates any pertinent changes in patient condition or disposition and report unusual incidents. Performs related and routine clerical tasks pursuant to performing the aforementioned duties. 6. Other duties as assigned. Joining University of Iowa Health Care means becoming part of a world-class academic health system that offers a mission you can believe in, resources and support you need to excel, and a community where your impact is felt every day. We’re providing patient care with expertise and compassion, advancing groundbreaking research, and teaching and training tomorrow’s health care professionals. Together, we’re changing medicine and changing lives across Iowa and beyond. Enjoy exceptional health coverage, university-paid life insurance, robust retirement plans, generous leave policies, 24/7 support services, well-being resources, and access to our UI Health Care specialists and care teams. Grow professionally with advanced training, leadership development, and tuition assistance. Enjoy a rich quality of life with world-class performances at Hancher Auditorium, Big Ten athletics, top-ranked public schools, and outdoor recreation. As part of the Hawkeye community, you’ll find a balance of career fulfillment and quality of life. Join us in working together to make all of Iowa better Percent of Time: 60% Location: Des Moines, IA Mission, Cancer & Blood Regular salaried position located in Des Moines, IA Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans For more information about Why Iowa?,click here Required Qualifications Graduation from high school, and Current paramedic certification by the Iowa Department of Public Health, Bureau of Emergency Medical Services, and Current course completion card in Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, and Current course completion card in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association Desirable Qualifications Phlebotomy experience preferred This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. 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For jobs in UI Health care, please contact UI Health care Leave & Disability Administration at View phone number on click.appcast.io . Additional Information Classification Title: Paramedic Appointment Type: Merit Schedule: Part-time Work Modality Options: On Campus Contact Information #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Iowa