Infusion Therapy EMT – IV Certified
Private Practice Sun Valley Arthritis Center | Peoria, Arizona
Join a team where your skills make a difference every day.
SunValley Arthritis Center is seeking a skilled and compassionate Infusion Therapy EMT – IV Certified to join our outpatient rheumatology infusion team. This position is ideal for an EMT who enjoys direct patient care and has strong peripheral IV skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform peripheral IV insertion for patients receiving biologic and specialty medications.
- Assist with biologic infusions under provider/nurse direction and established protocols.
- Obtain and document vital signs before, during, and after infusions.
- Monitor patients for infusion reactions, allergic reactions, and changes in condition.
- Assess IV sites for patency, infiltration, phlebitis, and other complications.
- Immediately report abnormal findings or patient concerns to the supervising nurse or provider.
- Respond to medical emergencies within EMT certification and authorized scope of practice.
- Accurately document IV placement, patient monitoring, and infusion-related care.
- Maintain infection-control, medication-safety, HIPAA, and clinic standards.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and adequately stocked infusion area.
Qualifications
- Current Arizona EMT certification.
- Current BLS/CPR certification.
- Demonstrated competency and experience with peripheral IV insertion.
- Strong patientcare and communication skills.
- Ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changes in patient condition.
- Previous infusion, IV therapy, emergency medicine, urgent care, or clinical experience preferred.
- Experience with biologic medications or rheumatology patients preferred.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a clinical team.
What We Offer
- Monday through Friday schedule.
- No nights.
- No weekends.
- No major holidays.
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Paid time off and benefits.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity to develop expertise in biologic infusion therapy.
- Modern outpatient infusion center with experienced providers and staff.