Paramedic

Overview

Shifts Available: Variable

Employment Type: Full Time 

Hours: 12-hour shifts, 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM 

Location: St. Mary's Medical Center - Blue Springs, MO 

We are seeking a Paramedic, sometimes referred to as our Emergency Care Technician (ECT), Emergency Department Technician (ED Tech) or Emergency Room Technician (ER Tech). A Paramedic who will assist with tasks like starting IVs, performing EKGs, monitoring vital signs, and supporting airway management. The Paramedic play a key role in trauma care, CPR, and patient transport, working closely with nurses and physicians during emergencies. The Paramedic will use many of their field skills, who will always perform under hospital protocols

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical procedures including IV insertion, EKG acquisition, and continuous vital signs monitoring under supervision 

• Assist with airway management, oxygen therapy, suctioning, and support during advanced airway procedures and resuscitation efforts 

• Provide wound care, apply splints, assist with suturing, and respond as part of the team during medical emergencies 

• Support patient flow by transporting patients to diagnostic areas or inpatient units and assisting with room turnover and preparation 

• Maintain clinical readiness by stocking essential supplies and performing point-of-care testing as permitted by our hospital policy 

• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, and EMS personnel to support trauma care, high-acuity patient management, and assist with clinical procedures and transitions of care 

Qualifications

• Current and valid paramedic license issued by the State of  Missouri. 
• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current. 
• ACLS 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 
• PALS and/or ENPC required 30 days upon hire and maintain current. 
• Minimum of one year as a paramedic in an EMS or in an acute care hospital setting; E.R. setting preferred.

  Facility Specific Requirements (facility may require items listed below):  1. Non-OB facilities: NRP 30 days upon hire and maintain current.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options 

• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays 

• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options 

• Employer 401K options 

• Tuition reimbursement options  

• Life, disability, and other insurance options 

• Many other amazing benefits 

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

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