Paramedic Jobs in Iowa
Paramedic jobs in Iowa draw consistent demand from emergency medical services agencies, hospital systems, and air medical programs, with openings at every level from entry-level EMT-Paramedic to flight paramedic and EMS supervisor. The busiest hiring markets are Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport, where employers such as MercyOne, UnityPoint Health, and Air Methods maintain ongoing paramedic needs. Industrial response, rural EMS coverage, and critical care transport are the most in-demand specialties across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Open roles53
Top employerUnityPoint Health
Top cityDes Moines, IA
Cities hiring33
Work type92% On-site
Top industryHealthcare
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Adjunct Instructor, Paramedic
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Des Moines Area Community College
Adjunct Instructor, Paramedic
Perry, Iowa
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Regional Health Services of Howard County
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Cresco, Iowa
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Independence, Iowa
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City of Pella
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Pella, Iowa
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Adjunct Instructor, Paramedic
Des Moines Area Community College·Perry, Iowa
Job functions:
EMT Certification
1,001-5,000 employees
Job Description
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Adjunct Instructor, Paramedic
Campus
Perry VanKirk Career Academy, IA
Job Number
27-ADJ29
Employment Date
Fall Semester 2026
Job Category
Adjunct Faculty
Application & Position Contact Information
Joel Otte at jhotte@dmacc.edu or (515) 964-6699.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Information
$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH).
Job Summary
Adjunct Paramedic Instructor to teach a six-credit-hour EMT course in-person at Perry VanKirk Career Academy to both traditional credit and dual-enrollment students for Fall Semester 2026.
Clinical experiences and oversight are coordinated separately by the program’s Clinical Coordinator.
Clinical experiences and oversight are coordinated separately by the program’s Clinical Coordinator.
Essential Functions
Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.
Required Qualifications
EMS Certification at or above the level of EMT course being taught.
EMS Instructor endorsement.
EMS Instructor endorsement.
CTE instructors teaching EMS/EMT courses must also meet at least one of the following qualifications:
- Possess a bachelor’s or graduate degree in in the area or related area of study in which the instructor teaches, or possess a bachelor’s degree in any area of study if at least 18 credit hours completed were in the CTE field of instruction being taught; OR
- Possess an associate degree in CTE field of instruction in which the instructor is teaching, if such a degree is considered terminal for the field of instruction, and have at least 3,000 hours (approx. 1.5 years) of recent, non-teaching related work experience in the area taught; OR
- Have specialized training as a Registered Nurse or through EMT/EMS training at or above the level of the course being taught; and have at least 6,000 hours (or 3 years) of relevant, non-teaching work experience in the occupational field. (If the instructor is a licensed practitioner holding a CTE endorsement under Iowa Code Chapter 256, relevant work experience includes, but is not limited to, secondary CTE classroom instruction).
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.
- Upload a state-issued digital wallet EMT or Paramedic certificate.
Desired Qualifications
Prior experience teaching in paramedic, EMT/EMS, fire service, or healthcare education.
Knowledge of CoAEMSP educational standards.
Effective written communication and the ability to teach successfully in an online environment using common instructional technologies.
Knowledge of CoAEMSP educational standards.
Effective written communication and the ability to teach successfully in an online environment using common instructional technologies.
Experience working with accelerated or adult learners.
Familiarity with contracted or agency-based training environments.
Work Schedule
Fall Semester 2026. Evening hours, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, days to be determined (flexible).
Posting Date
08/24/2026
Deadline for Submitting Applications
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Quick Link for Postings
https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/15290
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this job opening?
- DMACC Employee Referral
- Friend/Relative
- Indeed.com
- TeachIowa.gov
- HigherEdJobs
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Inside Higher Ed
- Iowa Workforce Development
- DMACC Website
- DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
- Other
- * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
- Yes
- No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 2
- Other
- EMT/Para Cert and/or IFSAC/IA Fire Service Training Bureau Cert
Des Moines Area Community College
Adjunct Instructor, Paramedic
Perry, Iowa
Added 2d ago1,001-5,000 employees
Job functions:
EMT Certification
Job Description
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Position Details
Position Information
Job Title
Adjunct Instructor, Paramedic
Campus
Perry VanKirk Career Academy, IA
Job Number
27-ADJ29
Employment Date
Fall Semester 2026
Job Category
Adjunct Faculty
Application & Position Contact Information
Joel Otte at jhotte@dmacc.edu or (515) 964-6699.
Posting Detail Information
Salary Information
$1,123 per Equivalent Credit Hour (ECH).
Job Summary
Adjunct Paramedic Instructor to teach a six-credit-hour EMT course in-person at Perry VanKirk Career Academy to both traditional credit and dual-enrollment students for Fall Semester 2026.
Clinical experiences and oversight are coordinated separately by the program’s Clinical Coordinator.
Clinical experiences and oversight are coordinated separately by the program’s Clinical Coordinator.
Essential Functions
Teaches assigned courses in accordance with course competencies and syllabi. Develops and/or utilizes a variety of instructional strategies, techniques and delivery methods designed to meet the individual learning styles of students. Fosters a safe and civil learning environment. Informs students about course requirements, evaluation procedures, and attendance policies. Monitors, evaluates, and documents student attendance, progress and competency attainment.
Required Qualifications
EMS Certification at or above the level of EMT course being taught.
EMS Instructor endorsement.
EMS Instructor endorsement.
CTE instructors teaching EMS/EMT courses must also meet at least one of the following qualifications:
- Possess a bachelor’s or graduate degree in in the area or related area of study in which the instructor teaches, or possess a bachelor’s degree in any area of study if at least 18 credit hours completed were in the CTE field of instruction being taught; OR
- Possess an associate degree in CTE field of instruction in which the instructor is teaching, if such a degree is considered terminal for the field of instruction, and have at least 3,000 hours (approx. 1.5 years) of recent, non-teaching related work experience in the area taught; OR
- Have specialized training as a Registered Nurse or through EMT/EMS training at or above the level of the course being taught; and have at least 6,000 hours (or 3 years) of relevant, non-teaching work experience in the occupational field. (If the instructor is a licensed practitioner holding a CTE endorsement under Iowa Code Chapter 256, relevant work experience includes, but is not limited to, secondary CTE classroom instruction).
Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain a professional working relationship with a wide variety of individuals coming from varied backgrounds.
- Upload a state-issued digital wallet EMT or Paramedic certificate.
Desired Qualifications
Prior experience teaching in paramedic, EMT/EMS, fire service, or healthcare education.
Knowledge of CoAEMSP educational standards.
Effective written communication and the ability to teach successfully in an online environment using common instructional technologies.
Knowledge of CoAEMSP educational standards.
Effective written communication and the ability to teach successfully in an online environment using common instructional technologies.
Experience working with accelerated or adult learners.
Familiarity with contracted or agency-based training environments.
Work Schedule
Fall Semester 2026. Evening hours, 6:00pm – 10:00pm, days to be determined (flexible).
Posting Date
08/24/2026
Deadline for Submitting Applications
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
DMACC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Individuals with disabilities desiring a reasonable accommodation in the application process should notify Human Resources at 515-964-6479 or by email jobs@dmacc.edu.
THIS VACANCY REQUIRES: 1) A complete DMACC Employment Application in English (personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions). Incomplete applications and commenting “See Resume” will not be accepted. The application form will be used to screen applicants for required qualifications. 2) Attachment of transcripts to your electronic application (if required). Transcripts must include the applicant’s name and degrees conferred. Scanned copies are acceptable.
Must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Quick Link for Postings
https://jobs.dmacc.edu/postings/15290
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Nondiscrimination Statement:
Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in nor allow discrimination covered by law against any person, group or organization. This includes in its programs, activities, employment practices, or hiring practices, and harassment or discrimination based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information (in employment), and actual or potential parental, family or marital status. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure (HR3010). Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. ADA questions and concerns may be directed to the Section 504/ADA Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny Blvd, Bldg 6, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6857, dso@dmacc.edu. Title IX questions and concerns may be directed to the Title IX Coordinator at 2006 S Ankeny, Blvd, Bldg 1, Ankeny, IA 50023, phone 515-964-6216, Title9@dmacc.edu. Questions or complaints about this policy may be directed to the Director of the Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Education, John C. Kluczynski Federal Building, 230 S. Dearborn Street, 37th Floor, Chicago, IL 60604-7204, phone 312/730-1576, fax 312-730-1576, TDD 800-877-8339, email OCR.Chicago@ed.gov.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * How did you learn about this job opening?
- DMACC Employee Referral
- Friend/Relative
- Indeed.com
- TeachIowa.gov
- HigherEdJobs
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
- Inside Higher Ed
- Iowa Workforce Development
- DMACC Website
- DMACC Applicant Job Alert Email
- Other
- * Have you completed the DMACC Employment Application (all personal information, educational history, employment history, and supplemental questions)?
- Yes
- No (If no, please return to the application and complete all additional information.)
Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Transcript 2
- Other
- EMT/Para Cert and/or IFSAC/IA Fire Service Training Bureau Cert
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1 jobParamedic Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Law & Legal Services
- Consulting & Professional Services
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paramedic jobs across Iowa.
- Active Iowa EMT-Paramedic license or National Registry Paramedic certification recognized in Iowa
- Current CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification from an accredited provider
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record required for field operations
- High school diploma or GED plus completion of an accredited paramedic training program
- Demonstrated ability to perform patient assessments and advanced life support interventions
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with hospital staff and dispatch personnel
Paramedic Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a paramedic in Iowa?
You become a paramedic in Iowa by completing an accredited paramedic education program and passing the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians cognitive and psychomotor exams, then applying for licensure through the Iowa Department of Public Health Bureau of Emergency Medical Services. Iowa recognizes National Registry certification as the basis for state licensure, so passing the NREMT is the central step before you can work as a licensed paramedic in the state.
How much do paramedics make in Iowa?
Paramedics in Iowa earn a median of about $60,590 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,750 for the lowest 10% to over $78,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire paramedics in Iowa?
Iowa paramedic roles are posted by UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and CommonSpirit Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large health systems and air medical operators account for a significant share of Iowa's ongoing paramedic hiring, particularly in the Des Moines and Cedar Rapids corridors.
Which Iowa cities have the most paramedic jobs?
Des Moines, Iowa City, and West Des Moines have the most paramedic openings in Iowa right now. Des Moines concentrates the largest share of postings because of its major hospital networks and busy urban EMS volume, while Cedar Rapids and Davenport generate steady demand through regional medical centers and river-corridor industrial response programs that require dedicated paramedic coverage.
Are there remote paramedic jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. Paramedic work is inherently hands-on and field-based, so the overwhelming majority of roles require on-site presence. About 8% of paramedic openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in EMS education, quality improvement, or medical dispatch coordination rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a paramedic in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing your Iowa EMT-Basic or EMT-Advanced license first and working for a county or municipal EMS agency while completing a bridge paramedic program. UnityPoint Health and MercyOne affiliates in Iowa occasionally hire new paramedic graduates into supervised field training roles, and volunteer fire-based EMS departments in rural counties often bring on candidates with limited field hours. Having your National Registry certification and a clean driving record gives you a clear edge when applying to these entry-level positions.
Where can I find and apply to paramedic jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to paramedic jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings from employers hiring right now. Search the listings for roles that match your licensure level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your background and location.
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