Paramedic Jobs in Missouri

Job Title: Paramedic Firefighter - Gladstone, MO Company: Location: Gladstone, MO Description: The Gladstone Department of Public Safety is accepting applications for the position of Paramedic/Firefighter. Requirements Qualified Candidates must be 21 YOA, MO State licensed paramedic or National Registry, must be willing to be trained & certified at MO Firefighter I & II level(training provided). 24/48 hour shift schedule for fire based EMS provider. Advanced ACLS protocols, latest equipment, no routine facility-to-facility transfers. Must be in good physical condition (CPAT not required). To ApplyPlease click here to apply online. Get notified of new jobs. Click here to join our job alert newsletter.

Job Title: Paramedic Company: Covidien Location: Saint Louis, MO Description: Covidien has an immediate opening for a Paramedic at their St. Louis, MO facility. The Paramedic will be responsible for advanced medical support of all aspects of plant wide potent compound production as well as assisting with patient care functions in the Medical Department. Typical Responsibilities include:- Provide medical support at the ACLS level for those areas involved in potent compound production including laboratory areas. - Assist with daily activities in the Medical Department such as medical monitoring and care for work-related injuries.- Shift work is required and some overtime may also be required.- Daily maintenance of emergency equipment in all potent compound areas.- Assist in teaching First Responder classes. - Work with minimal supervision. - Other responsibilities as needed or indicated to include Emergency Response Team, Confined Space Rescue, Incident Command Responsibilities/Medical officer, and Decontamination.

Job Title: Firefighter Paramedic - Belton, MO Company: Location: Belton, MO Description: The Belton Emergency Services provides Fire and EMS coverage for a rapidly growing suburban Kansas City community. The Department is establishing an eligibility list for the position of FF/EMT-P. Requirements Preferred applicant shall possess a MO EMT-P license, FF I&II certifications and current CPAT certification. To ApplyEmployment applications can be obtained online or at the Belton Emergency Services Department, 16300 N. Mullen Rd. St., Belton, MO 64012. Register to View Register to View EOE Get notified of new jobs. Click here to join our job alert newsletter.

Job Title: Paramedic Company: Pike County Memorial Hospital Location: Louisiana, MO Description: Paramedic Paramedic Pike County Memorial Hospital has an immediate opening for a Paramedic in our Emergency Medical Service/Ambulance. This position is fulltime with a rotating schedule. The candidate must be licensed as a paramedic in Missouri and in good standing. Interested applicants may contact: Dan Jones, Human Resources PIKE COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL 2305 W. Georgia St. Louisiana, MO 63353 Register to View , Ext. 105 Register to View Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Title: Paramedic Company: SSM Health Care Location: Saint Louis, MO Description: St. Louis Business Journal named SSM Health Care - St. Louis winner of "Best Places to Work" award!Select Positions within a Malcolm Baldrige Award Winning Hospital!Under general supervision, following established policies and procedures, provides immediate medical intervention to non-acute, critically ill and injured patients of all ages with a wide variety of medical and surgical conditions, providing stablization prior to disposition as appropriate.Requirements include: 1 year of experience preferred. High School plus specialized training (minimum of 6 months) EMT-P program Requires effective oral and written communication skills. High level of customer service skills. Support and fulfill the mission and values of SSM.The benefits of working for a leading healthcare organization in the St. Louis area: Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Life Insurance Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time off And much, much more!"Through our exceptional health care services, we reveal the healing presence of God."RN, R.N., Nurse, Staff Nurse, ED, ER, Emergency Department, Emergency Room, Trauma

Job Title: Paramedic 8/10 Company: John Knox Village  Location: Lees Summit, MO Description: Administer basic and advanced life support care to sick and injured persons in hospital setting as authorized and directed by physician. Assesses nature and extent of illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to be followed or need for additional assistance. Restores and stabilizes heart rhythm on pulse less, non-breathing patient, using defibrillator or as directed by physician. Monitors cardiac patient using electrocardiograph. Initiates intravenous fluids to administer medication or drugs or to replace fluids lacking in body. Performs endotracheal intubation to open airways and ventilate patient. Administers injections of medications and drugs following established protocols. Inflates pneumatic anti-shock garment on patient to improve blood circulation. Administers initial treatment at emergency scene and takes and records patients; vital signs. Assists in extricating trapped victims and transports sick and injured persons to treatment center. Observes, records and report to physician patient's condition and reaction to drugs, treatments and significant incidents. May serve as team leader for EMT's. May communicate with physician and other medical personnel via radio- telephone. May serve as an advisory person to nursing agencies. Spends 67-100% of the day using an ambulance, electronic equipment, cot, portable radio and on board radio. Spends 34-66% of the day using a splint, oxygen tank, spine board and cervical, EKG machine, bandaging and IV equipment. Spends 1-33% of the day using a mast pant, portable wheelchair, vacuum splints and hand pump, scoop stretch, air-way equipment and mobile phone. Spends 34-66% of the day in contact with others inside and outside John Knox Village. Requirements Must have Missouri state EMTP, ACLS, BCLS. Must have knowledge of John Knox Village and the KC geography. Essential aptitudes include motor coordination, form perception, finger dexterity, clerical perception, manual dexterity, color discrimination and eye/hand/foot coordination. Must be able to withstand cold, hot, wet, humid environments. Must be able to withstand mists, fumes, odor, dust, toxic waste, gases and poor ventilation. Must be able to handle stress 67-100% of the time. Must be ale to handle information 67-100% of the time. Must have precision, problem solving skills, persuasiveness, speaking ability, creativity, handle people well, initiative and imagination. Must be able to work long an irregular hours. Must be able to handle exposure to mechanical parts, electrical shock, radiant energy and toxic or caustic chemicals. Modify / Close Posting

Job Title: Fire Fighter/ Paramedic Company: Boeing Location: Saint Louis, MO Description: Firefighter / Paramedic - Department functions include: Building inspection; hot work control; fire protection systems configuration control; responding to and controlling all emergencies, including those involving company buildings, equipment and vehicles; medical; haz-mat; fire; and confined space rescue.

Job Title: Flight Paramedic Company: Air Methods Location: Nevada, MO Description: Only qualified candidates that have the required certifications and experience can be considered for this position. POSITION TITLE: Flight Paramedic NUMBER: 0200 LOCATION / DEPT: Community Based Services TITLE CODE: OPSFLTPMC DATE APPROVED: 01/15/04 DATE REVIEWED/REVISED: 07/15/09 SUMMARY: Provides high quality pre-hospital advanced life support including assessment, triage, and treatment utilizing standards and guidelines established by Air Methods Community Based Services (CBS) Medical Director(s) within scope of practice; assesses the nature and extent of illness and injury to establish and prioritize care needed for safe transport of the critical patient to the appropriate facility working in collaboration with flight nurse partner; is qualified to provide care for patients across the life-span in assigned clinical area; responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of Air Methods CBS assuring that safety remains the highest priority throughout the transport continuum. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides pre-hospital advanced life support care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation. Practices within his/her scope of practice as defined by the states regulating each base and Air Methods CBS. o Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences. Communicates educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator. o Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures. o Attends minimum of six educational programs per year pertinent to his/her practice. Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Air Methods CBS. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to insure repair of equipment as directed. Maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft to deliver patient care. Keeps aircraft clean and orderly to insure rapid response to all transport requests. Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public. o Participates in patient and referring institution follow-up. o Participates in planned outreach marketing and education activities. Functions as a medical flight member. o Attends pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completes necessary documentation. o Assists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and assists pilot as requested, i.e., radio, navigational, and visual observation activities. Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment. o Serves as a flight resource to neonatal/pediatric personnel when transporting specialty patients by helicopter. Performs advanced skills and procedures as approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s). Serves as a role model, educator and clinical resource. o Acts as a preceptor and/or participates in orientation of new employees and students as assigned. o Acts as a liaison and communicates program goals and objectives. o Participates in continuing and outreach education programs. o Conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed. o Maintains awareness of current issues related to pre-hospital care through participation in professional activities, i.e., national, state legislative--elected or appointed. Participates regularly in departmental activities, projects and committees. o Attends and participates in meetings according to established departmental guidelines. o Develops standards and guidelines related to the flight program as assigned. o Participates in departmental quality improvement activities as assigned. o Undertakes and maintains projects as assigned (to include research and publishing opportunities). Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: The qualifications listed are representative of those required to successfully fulfill job responsibilities, but may include program-specific qualifications not listed. Contact local program representative for additional requirements. Required: Education: High School Diploma Experience: Minimum three years experience in a busy 911 system Licenses & Certificates: Registered EMT-P licensed in state(s) served . National Certification may be required to meet state licensure requirements. Specialty certification: FP-C is required within five years of hire. Current certifications in BLS/CPR; ACLS; ITLS or PHTLS; and PALS or equivalent. Advance trauma course: (1) of the following is acceptable TNCC, PHTLS, ITLS, ATLS/ATCN, TNATC or CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course within 6 months of hire (Please note advanced physiology and advanced skills lab must accompany all of the above mentioned advanced trauma courses). NRP within 6 months of hire NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800 and HazMat upon hire. Preferred: Education: Bachelor's degree in health-related field Experience: Previous critical care transport experience and Flight Experience License & Certificates: RELATIONSHIPS: Reports To: Medical Base Supervisor, Medical Manager Interfaces To: Medical Director Supervises: None COMPETENCIES: Competency in advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards. SKILLS: Skills as required to practice as a paramedic as defined by assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards. PHYSICIAL DEMANDS: Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to perform medical procedures and assessments, reach with hands and arms, and speak and hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, and smell. The employee is required to maintain adequate physical conditioning to be able to perform job duties. Job duties are often performed at high stress levels requiring employee to function effectively and independently while maintaining good working relationships with partners, patients, and customers. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing duties of this job, the employee frequently works near moving mechanical parts and in outside weather conditions; and is frequently exposed to blood-borne pathogens or airborne particles, fumes and gases, electrical and chemical hazards, and vibrations/turbulence. Pre-employment and annual physicals will be provided to include appropriate immunizations as required, back screening, and a PPD skin test for tuberculosis. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, requiring hearing protection while in-flight, and at a moderate level when in the hospital environment. Pre-employment and annual audiograms will be provided to monitor for hearing loss. Noise attenuation devices will be provided to all employees, but it is the employee's responsibility to utilize these devices to prevent hearing loss. We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Job Title: Paramedic - St. Louis, MO Company: Location: Saint Louis, MO Description: This is responsible technical work in administering complex emergency medical care to critically ill or injured patients prior to or while being transported in a life support vehicle. The St. Louis Fire Department is a 24-hour per day, seven days a week service; therefore, work often involves shift, weekend and holiday assignments. A shift differential is paid for evening and night shifts. Please indicate on the Employment Application (Availability Section) if you are willing to accept a part-time position. Requirements Licenses: Applicants must possess the following: current EMT-P License, and at time of appointment, must possess a State of Missouri EMT-P License; currently certified in Advance Cardiac Life Support through the American Heart Association; a valid driver's license (note kind of license, number, class and expiration date on the Employment Application). To ApplyPlease click here to apply online. Get notified of new jobs. Click here to join our job alert newsletter.

Job Title: Paramedic-PACU Company: Phelps County Regional Medical Center Location: Rolla, MO Description: Paramedic-PACU PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit) Full-time 8am-4pm Day shift Graduate of accredited school related to discipline Refer to experience section of job description. Under the general supervision of a registered professional nurse the post anesthesia paramedic acts as the focal communication source in the post anesthesia care unit (PACU), while monitoring patient flow and activities, placing physician orders, maintaining appropriate records, coordinating physician/family conference and various duties in the treatment and care of patients in the PACU. Education: High school diploma or equivalent and graduate of approved EMT-P course, required. Experience: At least one-year experience in health care setting preferred. Licensure, Registration, Certification: Commensurate with experience/education. Mental/Physical Requirements: Considerable mental concentration required. Accuracy, thoroughness and attention to detail required. Standing, walking, sitting, lifting (50 lbs/23 kg), turning, carrying, pusing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting and reaching. Working Conditions: Frequent exposure to communicable disease via blood and body fluids. Frequent exposure to infectious diseases, radiation, anti-newplastic agents, and hostile persons at times. Works with sharps and other potentially biohazardous material.