Paramedic (Springfield)

Description

: Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• Up to $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Up to 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus
• Clinical Ladder up to $4,000

Job Summary

The Paramedic acts as the primary director of care in emergency and non-emergency situations by providing efficient and immediate care for patients. Responsible for examining, evaluating and providing quick diagnoses in order to administer immediate and proper medical care. Responsible for providing basic medical support including CPR, AED, ventilation, controlling hemorrhaging, etc. The Paramedic also performs more invasive techniques to stabilize the patient’s condition. The Paramedic is responsible for documenting all aspects of care provided under their direction by EMS services. Operates the ambulance in various road conditions to safely transport patients to medical facilities.

Job Requirements

Education

Experience

Skills

Licensure / Certification / Registration

Experience : ▪ Preferred : Previous EMT experience

Skills : ▪ Must be 18 years of age ▪ Calmly and efficiently perform and make appropriate decisions rapidly under stress in emergency situations. ▪ Ability to work outdoors. ▪ Ability to follow instructions. ▪ Is familiar with age specific needs for the patient population served.

Licensure / Certification / Registration : ▪ Required : Current Missouri licensure as E.M.T.- P AND For-hire driver’s license (Class E) or greater (CDL) for operation of an ambulance in the state of residence