Paramedic
full-time•Springfield
About this role
Facility:
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:
1143 EMS SGFScheduled Weekly Hours:
40Hours:
6:00 PM - 6:00 AMWork Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces by Newsweek.
- Recognized as a Greatest Workplace for Women in both 2023 and 2024.
- Listed as one of the Greatest Workplaces for Diversity in 2024.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Ranked among the Best Employers by State for Missouri.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare in 2025.
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Plan with employer match, and many more!
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job 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
• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience
• Preferred: Previous EMT experience
Skills
• Must be 19 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
• Required: BLS due within 90 days of hire
• Required: ACLS due within 1 year of hire
• Required: PALS due within 1 year of hireEducation: ▪ Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent 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
Other facts
Tech stack
Calm Decision Making,Emergency Care,Patient Evaluation,Basic Medical Support,Documentation,Driving Skills,Stress Management,Outdoor Work Ability,Instruction Following,Age Specific Care Knowledge
About CoxHealth
CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and approximately 13,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have.
Our mission is to improve the health of the communities we serve, and our vision is to be the best for those who need us. Visit our website to learn more about our award-winning care and colleagues.
Team size: 10,001+ employees
Website: http://www.coxhealth.com
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
Founding Year: 1906
What you'll do
- The Paramedic acts as the primary director of care in emergency and non-emergency situations, providing immediate care for patients. Responsibilities include examining, evaluating, and administering medical care, as well as documenting all aspects of care provided.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does a Paramedic do at CoxHealth?
As a Paramedic at CoxHealth, you will: the Paramedic acts as the primary director of care in emergency and non-emergency situations, providing immediate care for patients. Responsibilities include examining, evaluating, and administering medical care, as well as documenting all aspects of care provided..
Why join CoxHealth as a Paramedic?
CoxHealth is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.
Is the Paramedic position at CoxHealth remote?
The Paramedic position at CoxHealth is based in Springfield, Missouri, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
How do I apply for the Paramedic position at CoxHealth?
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