Location: Columbia, MO

Shift: FULL TIME: 12/24 Shifts; Varied shifts depending on base. Positions will also be eligible to work all MU Athletic Events.

Department: Ambulance Services

Salary Range: $19.15 - $30.23/hr, based on experience, with a premium pay of $2.50/hr. until 09/30/2023

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ABOUT THE JOB

MU Health Care is looking for a dynamic and compassionate individual to join our team as a Paramedic. We are seeking someone who embodies the qualities of empathy, resilience, and unwavering dedication to patient care. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of emergency medical response, providing vital support during critical situations. The ideal candidate should possess exceptional communication skills and the ability to remain calm under pressure. You'll play a crucial role in assessing patients' conditions, interpreting vital signs, and delivering life-saving interventions. Join us in making a difference in our community, where you'll not only save lives but also educate and inspire others through our in-service and public education programs. If you're ready to be a hero in the lives of those in need, we invite you to apply and become a part of the MU Health Care family. Your compassion and expertise can truly make a difference.

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE

MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region.

As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

* Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one

* Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays

* Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years

* Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)

* Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more

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DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION

Complete proper documentation (State Ambulance report, billing sheets, data entry form, etc.) in order to document patient information and treatment. Follow appropriate procedure or chain of command when interacting with other personnel or reporting incidents or problems at the scene of the medical emergency or injury.

May perform the duties of charge paramedic; give reports to the next shift, assign tasks to other shift staff, enforce policies, and act as a resource person to other staff.

Perform medical procedures when necessary and as appropriate.

Perform primary and secondary physical assessments and obtain a medical history in order to judge the level of illness or injury. Monitor and appropriately interpret patient vital signs under stressful conditions (environment, weather, terrain) in order to provide appropriate medical intervention.

Safely operate an emergency response vehicle, emergency communication equipment, and follow the incident chain of command.

Teach or assist in in-service and public education programs to hospital and lay personnel.

Triage and treat victims in order to perform assigned duties in a disaster. Follow established procedures in treating radiation exposure victims.

May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILIT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs.

This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Paramedic (EMT-P or EMT-CP) licensure by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).

Chauffeur driver license; class E or higher for Missouri residents.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

One (1) year of paramedic experience.

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.