Paramedic Float

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Retirement with Employer Match

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Paramedic to serve as the primary director of care in emergency and non-emergency situations, delivering immediate medical assistance, CPR, AED use, ventilation, and hemorrhage control. You will document care provided and safely operate ambulances to transport patients.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, current Missouri EMT-Paramedic or EMT-CP licensure with Community Paramedicine Endorsement, and a valid For-hire driver’s license (Class E) or CDL.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous EMT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary director of care in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Provide basic medical support including CPR, AED, ventilation, hemorrhage control.
• Document all aspects of care and operate the ambulance safely to transport patients.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Decision making

Outdoor work

Follow instructions

Age-specific care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Previous EMT experience

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1149 Prehospital Services Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36 Hours: Day 12's Work Shift: Rotating (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, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025). Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

Job Description:

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.

Education:

• Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 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 or E.M.T. - CP with Community Paramedicine Endorsement AND For-hire driver’s license (Class E) or greater (CDL) for operation of an ambulance in the state of residence

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION

To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION

To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES

Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.