EMT- Des Moines IA

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact in the field of Emergency Medical Services (EMS)? Join MMT Ambulance and make a Difference in Your Community! We are growing fast and need compassionate EMS professionals to join our team. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible schedules, great benefits, free continuing education and more. Make a difference with us!

As an EMT you are an integral part of the primary care team during ambulance transports. You are responsible for providing direct patient care, medical transport, performing equipment checks and maintenance, as well as handling station upkeep and housekeeping duties, along with other related tasks as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Primary duty is administering basic life support treatments within the EMT scope.
• Safely operating and maintaining emergency vehicles in compliance with laws.
• Delivering competent patient care in various settings.
• Applying EMS procedures in practical situations.
• Interacting professionally with healthcare personnel.
• Documenting information accurately in our charting system.
• Assisting fellow EMS providers and providing comprehensive reports.
• Maintaining equipment, ensuring cleanliness, and restocking supplies.
• Adhering to company and local agency policies and protocols.
• Demonstrating a clean appearance and professional, ethical behavior.
• Maintain clear and consistent communications with the Dispatch Center
• May be required to administer first aid to injured coworkers when necessary.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required
• Current EMT certification
• Valid driver's license and good driving record
• Current CPR
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely operate EMS vehicles and essential equipment
• Bend, sit, kneel, and lift up to 125 lbs; push/pull objects over 50 lbs
• Maintain physical agility for safe patient handling in demanding environments
• Tolerate extended periods of driving or riding in an ambulance
• Perform effectively in physically strenuous and emotionally challenging situations

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. At any time with or without notice, duties, responsibilities and activities may evolve.

What We Offer:

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Benefit offerings vary based on hours worked.

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Health savings account, and Flexible spending account
• Retirement Plans: 401K and Roth 401K, with a company match
• Paid Time Off
• Employer Paid: Basic Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Supplemental Plans: Short-Term Disability, Life, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance
• Professional Development: Free access to CAPCE-accredited training through our Learning Management System powered by FlightBridge, along with recertification courses for American Heart and American Red Cross, as well as Tuition Reimbursement and Continuous Education

Who We Are:

For over 35 years, MMT has been at the forefront of innovation, continuously expanding to support our team members and provide efficient, reliable interfacility ambulance patient transportation for our healthcare partners. Our growth is fueled by our experienced, empowered, and dedicated workforce, delivering exceptional care to patients.

MMT employs AI-powered technology and state-of-the-art dispatch centers to ensure on-time, efficient, and effective operations. With a growing fleet of 500+ vehicles and a workforce of 3,200+ providers, MMT is committed to delivering the best patient care 24/7/365.

If you're ready to contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional patient care, apply today to be a part of the MMT Ambulance team!

Statement of Equal Opportunity Employment:

It is the policy of MMT Ambulance to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identify, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws.

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