Job Description

is seeking a Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to join a prestigious academic health system in Columbia, MO, with an extensive benefits package.

Not only is the health system ranked as one of Becker\xe2\x80\x99s Hospital Review\xe2\x80\x99s 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare for three consecutive years, but it also values the importance of work-life balance and professional growth for its employees. Take the next step in your career and thrive in an environment where you are respected, challenged, and offered endless opportunities to define your career path!

Benefits that matter.

Paid-for tuition from the local top-rated university.

Up to 75% for you and 50% for spouses and children

8% match on 401(k)

100% paid leave for parents and caregivers for up to four weeks \xe2\x80\x93 effective January 2024

Comprehensive health and wellness benefits, including mental wellness support.

4 Personal Days, 12 Sick Days, 17 PTO days for 0-5 years, and 22 PTO days for 5+ years

• Perform dispatch functions for ambulance and helicopter services. Evaluate patient\xe2\x80\x99s condition and administer basic emergency care when necessary prior to returning to the hospital, en route to the hospital, or in the hospital emergency center.
• Patient Assessment: Obtain patient medical history and recent history of illness or injury. Perform a physical assessment to determine the condition of the patient. Using the assessment to implement care and perform on going assessments to gauge the effectiveness of treatments and adjust treatment as needed.
• Patient Care: Administer patient care to the extent of University Ambulance protocols for BLS care. Proficient in performing BLS level skills and using equipment such as spinal immobilization, Hare and Sager traction splints.
• Ambulance Operations: Maintain readiness ensuring vehicle are in a state or readiness including being stocked and cleaned. Operate an Emergency Vehicle is a safe manner. Ability to work with in the local EMS system.
• ALS Assist: Provide assistance to Paramedic partners. Knowledge of ALS equipment used by the Ambulance Service. Familiarity operating UHC cardiac monitors and applying EKG leads.
• Report writing: Prepare written reports that document the details of ambulance calls for service that include accurate descriptions of the patient condition, care given, patient response, and will be a basis for QA/QI and patient billing.
• Personal Credentials: Ensure that the EMT maintains all required licenses, certifications, attends mandatory classes, and UHC system requirements without lapsing. May complete unit/department specific duties and expectations as outlined in department documents

Required Qualifications

• EMT licensure by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS).
• Chauffeur driver license; class E or higher for Missouri residents.
• Successful completion of the 40-hour EMT-Dispatching or comparable course within one (1) year of hiring may be necessary for some positions.

Preferred Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department.

Nucleus Healthcare is a talent acquisition company trusted by top-tier facilities and organizations to partner in finding quality candidates seeking meaningful employment. Our recruiters are experienced in building candidate profiles based on the skills our partners want to hire. When you speak to one of our recruiters, they will make you feel at ease throughout the process, preparing you with confidence every step of the way. We\xe2\x80\x99ll do what it takes to ensure you land a role that is the right fit for you, and where you can grow your career.

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