Paramedic - Branson

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the Medical Director and according to the protocols, procedures and policies of Mercy EMS performs direct patient care including assessment, evaluation, basic and advanced medical rescue to access, stabilize, evacuate, and transport a patient to an appropriate destination according to the goals of Mercy System, the philosophy of the Sisters of Mercy, Standard of Care and Employee Code of Conduct.

Paramedics also perform clerical, maintenance duties and related duties as assigned.

This is a full time Paramedic position at Mercy Branson

Hours: 48/96

Sign on Bonus Available

Restrictions Apply

• Licensure: Paramedic (EMT-P) license for the state of practice, Valid driving license.
• Experience: Applicants must be at least 19 years of age.
• Certifications/Registration: Hazmat awareness level training, ACLS at hire, PALS within 6 months of hire/transfer.
• Other: Unimpaired mobility: must be able to respond quickly to ambulance, access patients in difficult terrain, climb stairs, work in close and dangerous environments, partner to carry equipment and patients, perform strenuous physical requirements such as CPR, lifting and moving equipment and patients. Perform required medical skills and techniques. Correctable vision acceptable for day and night operation of emergency vehicles, color acuity adequate for determination of skin and blood color, read medication dosages on drug labels and syringes.
  
  Hear and understand information provided by patients, family or bystanders. Hear breath sounds and accurately determine auscultated blood pressures. Differentiate separate conversations in active, distracting environments. Hear and understand radio traffic. Speak and enunciate at a level audible to others in loud conditions. Communicate verbally with patients, families and other emergency services personnel. Incumbents will be required to satisfy the physical demands of the role with a pre‑hire and annual fitness for duty test.
• Equipment Used: Mobile and portable communications equipment, Monitor/Defibrillator/Pacer, approved stretcher, stair chair, backboard, scoop type device, variety of bags and kits, assigned ambulance, computer, FAX, printer and other office related equipment.
• Preferred Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Preferred Licensure: ITLS or equivalent training.
• Preferred Experience: Background in Emergency Services.
• Preferred Other: In areas where Tactical EMS (TEMS) services are provided, training in TEMS is preferred before allowing participation.
• Physical Requirements: Position requires the ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 lbs on a regular basis. Position requires prolonged standing and walking during each shift. Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Day‑one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer‑matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co‑workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

Compassion and professionalism go hand‑in‑hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

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.