Career Opportunities

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics (KCHC) believes the best way to provide quality compassionate care is to keep our patient’s needs in mind and to keep our staff well trained. In our rural setting, the employee to patient interaction is relationship driven due much in part to the size and closeness of our community. We promote a culture where everyone is important and works together to improve the lives of those we serve.

KCHC has grown to include many new services. Patients and employees alike appreciate our new campus building and layout (2007), the diversity of services and providers available, and the convenient parking for patients and staff.

Keokuk County has approximately 10,000+ residents. Our communities are driven by traditional core values such as helping your neighbor, treating others as you want to be treated, and lifting up the community in times of need.

To Apply

Submit your resume or application to Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics, Department of Human Resources, 23019 Highway 149, Sigourney, IA 52591 or email Annette, HR, at abell@kchc.net. An application can be downloaded at https://www.keokukhealth.com/career-opportunities/

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics full-time employees receive an excellent wage and benefit package including Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance and IPERS retirement. KCHC is an equal opportunity employer.

Ambulance

Paramedic | PRN | $26.40 – $35.50/hour plus shift differentials

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking PRN Paramedics. Provides advance emergency care in pre-hospital setting. Applicant must be certified in the State of Iowa, Iowa Drivers and Chauffeurs license. Acceptable driving record. Must be ACLS, BLS and PALS certified. PHTLS certification preferred. Hospital based ambulance service experience preferred. Looking for an outgoing individual that can work without supervision. 

Benefits include :
• Uniform allowance
• IPERS

Paramedic | Full Time | $22 – $29.60/hour (with Paramedic Certificate) plus shift differentials

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics has an opening for a full time Paramedic. Provides advance emergency care in pre-hospital setting. Applicant must be certified in the State of Iowa to practice as a paramedic or be certified as an EMT and enrolled in a paramedic program, have a valid Iowa Drivers License, acceptable driving record, and have at least one year of hospital based ambulance service experience preferred. Must have the following certifications: BLS, ACLS, and PALS.  PHTLS certification preferred. Looking for an outgoing individual that can work without supervision.

Benefits include:
• Medical, dental, vision
• 100% Paid Life insurance
• 100% Paid Short and long term disability plans
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid time off
• IPERS

Dietary

Registered Dietitian | Contracted Consultant |

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking a Contracted Consulting Dietitian to assist the Dietary Manager in planning, directing and coordinating nutrition services approximately four hours weekly onsite and remotely.  Schedule is flexible on days/hours.  Dietitian will assess patients nutritional status and screens for potential nutrition risk; instruction patients/family in nutrition principles and prescribes diets, menus, food selection, and preparation; monitors the overall nutritional care of patients; makes appropriate recommendations for nutritional interventions while providing medical nutrition therapy. 

Qualifications: Registered Dietitian by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, and current Iowa Licensed Registered Dietitian. 

Hospital

Part Time | Cardiopulmonary Clinician |

KCHC is currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Clinician to join our Cardiopulmonary Department on a part time basis, 20 hours a week. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a collaborative team delivering high-quality cardiopulmonary care.  The ideal candidate will provide or support diagnostic, therapeutic, and rehabilitative services in a patient-centered environment.  This role is open to qualified professionals from various clinical backgrounds.  Eligible candidates must be one of the following: Licensed Respiratory Therapist (RRT or CRT), Registered Nurse – active state license required, or Exercise Physiologist – Bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science or related field preferred.  Responsibilities may include: assisting with or performing cardiopulmonary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, monitoring and documenting patient responses, supporting cardiac and pulmonary rehabilitation programs, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary care team.  ACLS, BLS and PALS required. 1 year of experience preferred.

Benefits include:
• Eligible for Supplemental Insurance
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid time off
• IPERS

Information Technology

Information Technology Professional (non-clinical) | Full Time Position |

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking a full time knowledgeable and adaptable IT Professional (Non-Clinical) to assist with management and support our hospital’s core IT infrastructure, ensure the reliability of our systems, and contribute to the efficient operation of hospital technology services.  While the role is primarily non-clinical, the candidate will gain exposure to our Electronic Health Record (EHR) system and may assist in its support as needed.  The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with website and CMS platforms, networking, system administration (Windows & Linux), virtualization, firewalls, routers, data backup, and open source technologies. This is a critical role in a small but essential healthcare environment, offering diverse responsibilities and opportunities for professional growth. Education: Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.  Experience: 2-3+ years of experience in IT support or system/network administration, preferably in a healthcare or small business environment. 

Benefits include:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Paid Time Off
• IPERS

Laboratory

Medical Technologist | PRN Position | $31.00-39.60/hour plus shift differentials

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking PRN Medical Technologists (MT) to help assist in the coverage of vacations, medical leave, and on-call duty.  MTs perform various laboratory tests to obtain data for maintenance of health and in detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases.  Duties include examination of blood and other body fluids to assist physician in proper diagnosis and treatment of patient.  Must be knowledgeable in all areas of routine procedures.  B.S. or B.A. degree and graduation from an accredited school of medical technology and have at least one year of pertinent laboratory experience or training in a hospital setting.  ASCP, AMT or AAB certification is required within 6 months of hire. 

Benefits include :
• Uniform Allowance
• IPERS

Nursing

Night Registered Nurse | Full Time | $29.70 – $39.95 plus shift differentials

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking a full time night registered nurse to work on the inpatient floor and emergency room. Shifts are 12 hours (7 pm – 7 am), guaranteed 36 hours per week. ER experience is a plus. Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse and authorized by the State of Iowa to practice nursing.  BLS, ACLS and PALS training required or within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment. TNCC training required or after 6 months of hire and must maintain throughout employment. 

Benefits include :
• Medical, dental, vision
• 100% Paid Life Insurance
• 100% Paid Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid time off
• IPERS
• SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE
• STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE

Registered Nurse | PRN | $35.60 – $47.95/hour plus shift differentials

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking RNs to help cover vacations and medical leave on the inpatient floor and emergency room. Shifts are 12 hours. ER experience is a plus. Must be licensed as a Registered Nurse and authorized by the State of Iowa to practice nursing. BLS, ACLS and PALS training required or within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment. TNCC training required or after 6 months of hire and must maintain throughout employment.

Benefits include :
• Uniform Allowance
• IPERS

Radiology

Radiology Technologist | PRN | $28.95 – $39.60/hour plus shift differentials

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking a Radiology Technologist to help cover vacations, medical leave and on call weekend coverage. Responsible for providing medical imaging services as directed by the physician and/or radiologist. Complete assigned responsibilities within his/her certifications with no direct supervision. Duties include providing patient care essential to x-ray/CT procedures in routine and emergency situations; correctly adjusting equipment and positioning patients for optimum quality x-ray films. Exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of medical imaging procedures and apply procedures of radiation protection for the patient; effectively produce and evaluate the technical aspects of the required files.  Must be an Iowa licensed Radiologic Technologist. CT experience preferred but not required. 

Benefits include :
• Uniform Allowance
• Shift Differentials
• IPERS

Radiology Technologist | Full Time | $24-32.00/hour plus shift differentials

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics is seeking a full time Radiology Technologist; guaranteed 32 hours a week and includes rotating holidays and on call coverage.  Responsible for providing medical imaging services as directed by the physician and/or radiologist.  Complete assigned responsibilities within his/her certifications with no direct supervision.  Duties include providing patient care essential to x-ray/CT procedures in routine and emergency situations; correctly adjusting equipment and positioning patients for optimum quality x-ray films. Exercise discretion and judgment in the performance of medical imaging procedures and apply procedures of radiation protection for the patient; effectively produce and evaluate the technical aspects of the required files.  Must be an Iowa licensed Radiologic Technologist.  CT experience required. 

Benefits include :
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid time off
• IPERS

Sigourney Clinic

Clinic Nurse | Full Time | $19.25-31.00/hour

Keokuk County Hospital & Clinics has an opening for a full time Clinic Nurse to work 4 days a week.  Assist providers in all areas of clinic patient care: vaccines, charting, scheduling, and rooming.  BLS training required or within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment.  Must be certified Medical Assistant or licensed as a LPN or RN and authorized by the State of Iowa to practice nursing.  Hourly Wage Range: CMA: $18.25-25.00/hour. LPN: $20.50-$28.50/hour. RN: $25.50-$33.00/hour

Benefits include :
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability Plans
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid time off
• IPERS