Paramedic – Providence Urgent Care

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University of Missouri Health Care

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Columbia, Missouri

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Assess patient conditions and apply medical interventions within the scope of paramedic practice. Collaborate with a multi-disciplinary team to provide quality care and educate patients and their families on medications.

Qualifications

You have a Paramedic (EMT-P or EMT-CP) licensure by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS). Experience as a paramedic is preferred. You will be responsible for assessing patient conditions, administering interventions, managing medications, and providing quality patient care in a fast-paced urgent care environment.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Paramedic (EMT-P or EMT-CP) licensure

Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS)

Job Description

Shift: Three 12-hour shifts per week. Clinic is open 7 days per week from 8:00 am to 7:30 pm. 
Department: Mizzou Urgent Care – Providence  
Compensation

  • Base Pay Range: $19.15 - $30.23 per hour, based on experience 

 
 
ABOUT THE JOB 

MU Health Care is looking for a compassionate and motivated professional who thrives in a fast-paced, team-centered environment. The ideal candidate will bring strong critical thinking skills, attention to detail, and the confidence to make sound decisions in patient care. We value individuals who are empathetic communicators, able to educate and support patients and their families with clarity and care. Candidates with a passion for continuous learning and collaboration will find opportunities to grow and contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes. 

ABOUT MU HEALTH CARE 

At MU Health Care, we have an inspired, hard-working and collaborative environment driven by our mission to save and improve lives. We believe anything is possible and rally around solutions. We celebrate innovation and offer opportunities to be a part of something bigger — to have a voice and role in the work that is serving our community and changing the field of medicine. 

Our academic health system — the only in mid-Missouri — is home to multiple hospitals, including the region’s only Level 1 Trauma Center and region’s only Children’s Hospital as well as over 90 specialty clinics. Here, you can define your career among our many clinical and nonclinical positions — with growth, opportunity and support every step of the way. 

Learn more about MU Health Care. 

Learn more about living in mid-Missouri. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 

  • Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one  

  • Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays  

  • Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years 

  • Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%)  

  • Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more 

  • See a comprehensive list of benefits here.  

DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION 

Assess patient condition and medical needs and apply interventions and/or 

procedures within the scope of practice, when necessary and appropriate. 

Assess, intervene, and reassess patient self-report of pain symptoms promptly. Utilize an appropriate tool for assessment and reassessment. 

Demonstrate an understanding of medications regarding action and side effects. Report pertinent information to the appropriate individual. Educate patients and significant others about their medications. 

Demonstrate the ability to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions in 

accomplishing goals and intended patient care outcomes. 

Maintain the standards of care and implement the policies and procedures of the hospital and assigned department. 

Participate in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups. 

Assist in the transport of critical patients to in-patient units, if applicable. 

Report pertinent observations and reactions regarding patients to the 

appropriate person (physicians, supervising nurse, charge nurse) and record those observations accurately and concisely. 

Provide quality care to patients and work within the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction. 

May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents. 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS 

Paramedic (EMT-P or EMT-CP) licensure by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS). 
 
 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

One (1) year of paramedic experience. 

Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. 

This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. 

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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University of Missouri Health Care

As part of the state’s premier academic medical center, University of Missouri Health Care offers a full spectrum of care, ranging from primary care to highly specialized, multidisciplinary treatment for patients with the most severe illnesses and injuries. Patients from each of Missouri’s 114 counties are served by approximately 6,000 physicians, nurses and health care professionals at MU Health Care. MU Health Care is a part of University of Missouri Health System, which also includes the MU School of Health Professions, the MU School of Medicine, the MU Sinclair School of Nursing and University Physicians practice plan. University Hospital includes: The Frank L. Mitchell Jr., MD Trauma Center. A nationally accredited Cycle II Chest Pain Center and a nationally accredited Primary Stroke Center, the George D. Peak Memorial Burn and Wound Center. University of Missouri Women’s and Children's Hospital is Missouri's only hospital dedicated to women and children. It is the largest pediatric health care facility in mid-Missouri. Ellis Fischel Cancer Center is Missouri’s only hospital dedicated solely to cancer care. Missouri Orthopaedic Institute is the newest and largest freestanding orthopaedic center in mid-Missouri. The Missouri Psychiatric Center offers short-term, intensive inpatient treatment services for adults, adolescents and children at our facility adjacent to University Hospital. Interested in finding out more about the University of Missouri health care system? Check out the links below: Homepage: muhealth.org Career Page: jobs.muhealth.org Facebook: facebook.com/muhealthcare Facebook Career Page: facebook.com/MUHealthCareJobs
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