Travel Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic - Ottumwa, IA

Travel assignment, 8 weeks, 12hr days, 36 hours a week, starting October 26, 2026.

Pay as Cross Country posts it: about $1,694 a week in all, a taxable rate of $20 an hour plus $974.04 a week in housing and meal stipends.

Job Summary

Paramedic – Ottumwa, Iowa. Located in Southeast Iowa, this position involves providing prehospital emergency medical services within a regional health center that offers comprehensive care, including emergency medicine, critical care, and specialized services. The role requires teamwork and patient care focus while supporting emergency department operations.

Job Details

• Position: Paramedic in the Ambulance Department with the organization
• Shift: 12-hour day shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Iowa or National Paramedic Certification; ACLS; PALS; BLS; 2+ years of experience
• Preferred Qualifications: Prehospital experience preferred
• Additional Notes: Assisting in Emergency Department as requested; dress code includes scrub tops (black or blue pants with black shoes or boots); uniform top is provided.
• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, 36 hours per week
• Submission Requirements: All background checks, certifications, and titers must be fully cleared prior to start.
• Float: Assist in Emergency Department as requested

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits