Paramedic - Greene County EMS

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Medical benefits

Retirement with employer match

Job summary

CoxHealth in Springfield, Missouri is seeking a Paramedic to serve as the primary director of care in both emergency and non-emergency situations. You will provide rapid assessment and medical interventions to stabilize patients and transport to medical facilities.

The role requires Missouri EMT-Paramedic licensure, a valid For-hire driver’s license (Class E) or CDL, and the ability to work varied shifts. You will document care thoroughly and operate ambulances under challenging conditions,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Missouri EMT-P licensure required.
• For-hire driver's license (Class E) or CDL required for ambulance operation.

Responsibilities

• Directs emergency and non-emergency patient care as primary provider.
• Perform CPR, AED use, ventilation, bleeding control as needed.
• Stabilize patients and document all care provided.
• Operate ambulance safely and transport to medical facilities.

Skills

EMT-P licensure

Emergency patient assessment

Decision making under stress

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Facility:CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807Department:1143 EMS Greene CountyScheduled Weekly Hours:40Hours:VariedWork 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).BenefitsMedical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealthAdditional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates$6,000 Sign-On Bonus40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time OffUp to $3,000 Relocation bonusJob 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 Experience: 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 AND For-hire driver’s license (Class E) or greater (CDL) for operation of an ambulance in the state of residence