Paramedic: Lead Life-Saving Prehospital Care

Prisma Health; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Prisma Health in Richland (Columbia, SC) seeks a Paramedic to provide high-level pre-hospital care, including rapid patient assessment, stabilization, medication administration, and advanced life support as required. You will transport patients to facilities, document clinical status, and collaborate with EMS teams and hospital staff.

Required certifications include Paramedic licensure, BLS/ACLS/PALS/NPR, and NREMT if applicable, with a 12‑month horizon to complete state certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent, or post-high school/degree earned.
• Paramedic certification and national/regional licensure requirements.
• NREMT certification within 12 months of hire.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS/NPR are required or obtained within specified timeframes.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced pre-hospital care including patient assessment and stabilization.
• Administer medications and perform procedures per protocols.
• Safely transport patients and document condition during transfer.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Maintain equipment readiness and comply with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in ongoing training and quality improvement initiatives.
• Ensure accurate patient care reports and regulatory compliance.
• Operate EMS vehicles in a safe, efficient manner.
• Perform Point of Care testing with approval from Administration.
• Serve without direct management responsibilities.

Skills

Clinical skills

Decision making

Team collaboration

Patient transport

Education

Paramedic certification (State or Provisional)

NREMT certification

BLS (Basic Life Support)

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)

PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

NPR (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support)

Tools

Cardiac Monitor

Defibrillator

Pulse Oximeter

Infusion Pumps

Job description

Prisma Health in Richland (Columbia, SC) seeks a Paramedic to provide high-level pre-hospital care, including rapid patient assessment, stabilization, medication administration, and advanced life support as required. You will transport patients to facilities, document clinical status, and collaborate with EMS teams and hospital staff.

Required certifications include Paramedic licensure, BLS/ACLS/PALS/NPR, and NREMT if applicable, with a 12‑month horizon to complete state certification.