Paramedic Jobs in Iowa

A Paramedic in the med tech industry is a professional who provides advanced medical and trauma care in emergency situations. Their tasks involve assessing patient's condition, administering appropriate medical procedures and medications, transporting patients to medical facilities, and providing reports or documentation. Paramedics utilize Med Tech equipment such as ECG machines, defibrillators, ventilators, and intravenous fluids to provide life-saving care to patients. They work closely with other healthcare professionals and maintain a clean, safe, and operational ambulance environment.

Important qualities for a Paramedic include excellent problem-solving skills, ability to work under pressure, physical stamina, and strong interpersonal and communication skills. They must also have a thorough knowledge of medical procedures and equipment operation. The most common certification required is the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) certification, which ensures competency in the field. Before becoming a Paramedic, an individual may hold positions such as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), a Firefighter, or a Registered Nurse (RN). These roles provide the necessary experience in emergency medical services and patient care needed to succeed as a Paramedic.

1-15 of 42 Jobs

Paramedic - Urgent Care Clinics 90%

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 1 day ago

Initiates IVs and venipuncture samples as well as bedside glucose monitoring. Assists with hemorrhage control, spinal immobilization and splinting....

Paramedic - Spencer Hospital

  • Spencer, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Spencer, IA
  • 4 days ago

, Critical Care Paramedic, or RN Equivalent with critical care practice Valid Iowa Drivers License BLS, ACLS, PALS, PHTLS or TNCC, AMLS, Hazmat Ops, ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800, NCI or willing to obtain...

Paramedic

  • Estherville, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Estherville, IA
  • 4 days ago

state of practice Upon Hire and Paramedic - National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Upon Hire Proficient in all EMS skills and familiar with various EMS training techniques Preferred...

Paramedic - Located in Charles City, IA

  • Charles City, IA
  • 4 days ago
  • Charles City, IA
  • 4 days ago

MinimumRequired Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent (GED) State Paramedic License State Drivers License BLS, ACLS, NREMT-Paramedic Driving record compliant with company policy Pass Physical...

Program Director & Faculty - Paramedic (201 Day) Kirkwood Community College

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 5 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 5 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Master's degree Completion of NAEMSE Instructor Course Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS...

Program Director & Faculty - Paramedic (201 Day)

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 7 days ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS, LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS: Masters degree Completion of NAEMSE Instructor Course Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) Advanced Medical Life Support (AMLS...

Paramedic

  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA
  • 9 days ago

Current NREMT certification. Critical Care Paramedic Endorsement Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Writes, reads, comprehends and speaks fluent English....

Paramedic - $5,000 Recruitment Bonus

  • Denison, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Denison, IA
  • 9 days ago

Job Requirements: Current Paramedic state certification. Minimum of two years full-time experience as a provider of prehospital care....

Paramedic; Part Time

  • Bloomfield, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Bloomfield, IA
  • 9 days ago

#6 Paramedic Part Time; 24 hours Shift & Hours: Varied Weekends: Every Other Holidays: Required On call: Not Required $23.12 - 29.28 per hour $2.50 evening shift and $3.50 night shift differential Occasionally...

Paramedic / RN

  • Washington, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, IA
  • 9 days ago

Paramedic / RN Job Details Job Location Washington Co Hospital - Washington, IA Position Type Part Time Job Shift 12 Hour Job Category Health Care Description ***Part-Time*** UP TO $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS...

PRN Paramedic #1203

  • Osage, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Osage, IA
  • 9 days ago

State of Iowa Paramedic, Paramedic, or Paramedic Specialist Required2. BLS & ACLS Required3. National Registry Certification Paramedic preferred4....

Paramedic (Part-Time)

  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA
  • 9 days ago

Current EMT-Paramedic certification in the State of Iowa and current ACLS, BLS, PALS provider certifications....

Paramedic

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 11 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • 11 days ago

The Paramedic will administer first-aid treatment and life support care to sick or injured persons in a pre-hospital setting....

PARAMEDIC- Full Time Weekend Package, Every 6th weekend off

  • Pella, IA
  • 12 days ago
  • Pella, IA
  • 12 days ago

Graduate of a Paramedic Training Program with current Paramedic certification by State of Iowa....

Graduate of a Paramedic Training Program with current Paramedic certification by State of Iowa....

Demographic Data for Iowa

Moving to Iowa? Find some basic demographic data about Iowa below.


Local
National
3,191,035
82,356

Paramedic Online Courses and Training Opportunities

iHireMedTechs curates thousands of courses in order to recommend the best ones to help further your career. If you register for a course using the links on our site, we may receive a small commission.
Paramedic Training
Overview The list of roles and responsibilities of a paramedic is quite long. Thus, it takes a skilled individual to fulfil them. If you are planning to pursue a career in this area, you can start...
Diploma in Paramedical Science
# Transform Your Future: Become a Life-Saving Paramedic**Unlock Your Potential in Emergency Medicine with Our Comprehensive Online Paramedic Diploma Course**Are you ready to embark on a rewarding...
Paramedic Exam Prep
Peterson's Paramedic test prep gets you one step closer to becoming a Paramedic. Score your best on the NREMT qualifying exam and start your Paramedic career. Our Paramedic exam test prep...

Salary for Paramedic Jobs in Iowa

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMedTechs research efforts.


Highest Education Level

Paramedics in Iowa offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
25.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
24.8%
Associate's Degree
22.1%
High School or GED
17.0%
Master's Degree
6.5%
Some College
2.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.5%


Other Career Titles

Here are some other career titles that require similar skills