Paramedic: Communications and Triage, Full Time Nights, Emergency Department

University of Missouri Health Care • Columbia, MO

94d • Onsite

About The Position

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate, skilled, and patient-focused paramedic professional to join our dynamic health care team. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, bringing a proactive and empathetic approach to patient care. With a keen eye for detail and strong clinical judgment, you will assess and respond to patients’ medical needs, ensuring top-tier interventions and medication management. Your commitment to excellence will drive high-quality outcomes and enhance patient experiences. As a collaborative team player, you will engage with colleagues and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. If you are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in patients' lives, we invite you to apply and grow your career with us!

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

• One (1) year of paramedic experience.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and medical needs and apply interventions and/or procedures within the scope of practice, when necessary and appropriate.
• Assess, intervene, and reassess patient self-report of pain symptoms promptly. Utilize an appropriate tool for assessment and reassessment.
• Demonstrate an understanding of medications regarding action and side effects. Report pertinent information to the appropriate individual. Educate patients and significant others about their medications.
• Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions in accomplishing goals and intended patient care outcomes.
• Maintain the standards of care and implement the policies and procedures of the hospital and assigned department.
• Participate in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups.
• Assist in the transport of critical patients to in-patient units, if applicable.
• Report pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the appropriate person (physicians, supervising nurse, charge nurse) and record those observations accurately and concisely.
• Provide quality care to patients and work within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction.
• May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed