Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport

unitypoint· Ground EMS
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📍 Des Moines, IA, USOTHER

About this role

Overview

Make a Difference When Every Second Counts

 

As a valued member of our interdisciplinary team, you'll use your prehospital emergency medical skills to assess, treat, and care for patients while offering reassurance to their families during critical moments. In this fast-paced role, you'll thrive under pressure, make confident clinical decisions, and deliver high-quality care in accordance with the Iowa EMS Scope of Practice, your certification level, and hospital policies. If you're passionate about helping others, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, and are ready to make an impact every day, we'd love to have you on our team.

 

Schedule: 

Monday - Friday

Days: 7AM - 7PM

Overnights: 7PM - 7AM

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.  

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:      

  • Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.   
  • Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.  
  • Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.   

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.   

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience. 

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

 

Provides non-emergent patient care transfers

Reports, verbally and in writing, observations and medical care of the patient. Provides accurate medical documentation of all emergency medical treatment provided.

May be assigned various administrative and/or hospital duties which may include, but is not limited to: inventory and ordering supplies, squad readiness checks/testing’s and inventories; verifying that ambulance and its contents are in proper working condition; maintain familiarity with specialized equipment, etc.

Participates in Quality Assurance/Quality Initiative processes by properly reviewing patient care reports as set forth by department standards.

Assists in providing assistance in the hospital emergency department

Operates at level of certification as allowed by protocol with medical director approval (EMT/Paramedic).

Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:  

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

 

Experience: 

At least 1 year experience as EMT preferred

 

License(s)/Certification(s):

Certification as an EMT Required. 

Basic Life Support Certification Healthcare Provider Level.

Valid Iowa Driver’s License.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the salary disclosed for the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport position at unitypoint?
The salary for this Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport role at unitypoint is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
Where is the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport position at unitypoint located?
This Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport role at unitypoint is based in Des Moines, IA, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport role at unitypoint full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a OTHER position. It is posted as a Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport role in the Ground EMS department at unitypoint.
Which team or department does the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport at unitypoint belong to?
This Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport position is part of the Ground EMS department at unitypoint. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport position at unitypoint?
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When was the Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport job at unitypoint posted?
This Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport position at unitypoint was posted on Sep 15, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Emergency Medical Technician - Basic-Emergency Transport
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