Paramedic - Greene County EMS

L.E. Cox Medical Centers; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Front-loaded PTO 40 hours

Relocation bonus

Job summary

CoxHealth is seeking a Paramedic to act as the primary director of care in emergency and non-emergency scenarios, delivering rapid medical interventions and stabilizing patients for transport. You will perform CPR, AED, ventilation, hemorrhage control, and document care provided while safely transporting patients to facilities.

This role requires a High School Diploma or equivalent, Missouri EMT-P license, and a for-hire driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent is required.
• Missouri EMT-P license is required; EMT-P preferred.
• For-hire driver’s license (Class E or CDL) is required.
• EMT experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide rapid medical care and stabilize patients in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Perform CPR, AED, ventilation, hemorrhage control and other critical interventions.
• Document all care provided and safely transport patients to medical facilities.

Skills

Calm under pressure

Decision making under stress

Outdoor work capability

Ability to follow instructions

Age-appropriate care knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Missouri EMT-P license

For-hire driver’s license (Class E/CDL)

Job description

Facility: CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807 Department: 1143 EMS Greene County Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Hours: Varied 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.

Honors

• 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)
• For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth

Additional Information About the Position for Qualified Candidates

• $6,000 Sign-On Bonus
• 40 hours of front-loaded Paid Time Off
• Up to $3,000 Relocation bonus

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

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

• 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

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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.

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CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri.

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 your Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.