Paramedic - IP - St. Louis Emergency Department

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a Part-Time Paramedic to join the St. Louis Emergency Department.

You will work 12 or 24 hours per week, providing direct patient care in a fast-paced EMS setting under supervision and in coordination with RNs and ED staff. The role involves administering IV medications, managing airway and monitoring patients, assisting with admissions and discharges, and ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic program.
• Current Paramedic license in the state of practice.
• New graduates and experienced paramedics are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Administer IV push medications, including narcotics, safely and accurately.
• Verify high-risk medications and manage medication infusions.
• Monitor and manage respiratory support devices.
• Provide care for intubated patients.
• Perform patient reassessments and clinical scoring tools (RASS, CIWA).
• Interpret EKGs and recognize critical findings.
• Complete clinical procedures including: Splinting, Point-of-care testing, Removal of sutures, staples, and drains.
• Advanced: Manage hypothermia treatment protocols.
• Provide central line care, including flushing, dressing changes, and medication administration.
• Monitor blood product administration and respond to transfusion reactions.
• Serve as a second verifier for blood products.
• Perform ultrasound-guided and external jugular IV placement.
• Operate rapid infusion equipment.
• Provide care across all age groups.
• Transport and monitor critically ill patients safely.
• Apply and remove restraints according to policy and patient safety standards.
• Complete discharge documentation and IV removal accurately.
• Reinforce discharge instructions and patient education.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic program

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy! Performs direct patient care in the Emergency Room under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care. Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details

Job Description Performs direct patient care in the Emergency Room under the supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN) according to established standards. Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care. Coordinates patient care in conjunction with other departments. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our Mission, Values and Mercy Service Standards.

Paramedic - IP - St. Louis Emergency Department

Part-Time Paramedic Opportunity | 12 or 24 Hours per Week

Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a difference in patient care? Join our team as a Part-Time Paramedic and bring your skills, compassion, and clinical expertise to a fast-paced healthcare environment!

Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required

Licensure

• Graduate of an accredited EMT-P/Paramedic program
• Current Paramedic license in the state of practice

Experience

• New graduates and experienced paramedics are encouraged to apply!

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing and walking
• Ability to bend, lift, and assist with patient movement regularly

Preferred Certifications

(Can be obtained during orientation if not held at time of hire)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Safety & Risk Management

• Follow infection prevention and control protocols
• Respond effectively to emergency and crisis situations
• Protect patient rights, dignity, and safety
• Support fall prevention and restraint safety initiatives
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure patient care environment
• Identify and report facility maintenance or safety concerns promptly

Care Coordination & Team Collaboration

• Partner with patients and families in care decisions
• Assist RNs with admissions, discharges, and patient transitions
• Conduct assessments as assigned and provide safe patient handoffs using SBAR
• Communicate changes in patient condition to nurses and providers promptly
• Support care planning, documentation, and patient outcome goals
• Participate in competency training and quality improvement initiatives
• Reinforce patient and family education
• Prioritize patient care needs alongside the healthcare team
• Delegate tasks appropriately based on competency and scope of practice

Primary Clinical Responsibilities

• Administer IV push medications, including narcotics, safely and accurately
• Verify high-risk medications and manage medication infusions
• Monitor and manage respiratory support devices
• Provide care for intubated patients
• Perform patient reassessments and clinical scoring tools (RASS, CIWA)
• Interpret EKGs and recognize critical findings
• Complete clinical procedures including:
  • Splinting
  • Point-of-care testing
  • Removal of sutures, staples, and drains

Advanced Clinical Responsibilities

• Manage hypothermia treatment protocols
• Provide central line care, including flushing, dressing changes, and medication administration
• Monitor blood product administration and respond to transfusion reactions
• Serve as a second verifier for blood products
• Perform ultrasound-guided and external jugular IV placement
• Operate rapid infusion equipment
• Provide care across all age groups
• Transport and monitor critically ill patients safely
• Apply and remove restraints according to policy and patient safety standards

Communication & Service Excellence

• Complete discharge documentation and IV removal accurately
• Reinforce discharge instructions and patient education
• Utilize multi-line phone systems professionally
• Apply the HEARTS service recovery model to enhance patient experiences
• Keep patients and families informed with timely updates
• Clearly communicate delays, next steps, and care expectations to ensure confidence and satisfaction

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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