EMT Ground Transport | UF Health Jacksonville EMS | Full-Time | Days

Position Overview Under the direction of the Program Director/Manager and Medical Director, the Transport EMT is accountable for responding to all assigned transports in the most appropriate and efficient manner, providing high standards of patient care while ensuring a safe and hazard‑free environment. They are responsible for safe ground ambulance transport of patients, patient assessment, treatment, packaging and transport, and interacting with patients, families, and internal staff. The Transport EMT must possess excellent interpersonal skills and is instrumental in providing community outreach and education. Work Hours Full Time Position: 8am-8pm Responsibilities Provides safe transport of patients under the direction of a paramedic or registered nurse according to established transport protocols and standing orders signed by the Medical Director. Safely drives ambulance and performs EMT assistive medical care at the direction of the attendant paramedic, registered nurse, or medical director. Performs scheduled observations and monitoring activities according to unit/department/patient population specific standards. Recognizes and reports abnormal findings and changes in patient condition to the attendant paramedic or registered nurse. Contributes to Continuity of Care Implements patient care activities as assigned according to standards of care and practice. Reinforces patient and family education. Operates and troubleshoots equipment as indicated for patient care needs. Documents patient care according to policies, procedures and protocols. Facilitates Efficient Daily Operations Organizes and reprioritizes work based on patients' needs, available resources, and unit requirements. Follows hospital policies and procedures and program protocols. Supports the philosophy of EMS and the organizational structure. Supports compliance with hospital accreditation, state licensure, and other external accrediting agency requirements. Reviews department workload to maintain current knowledge of job responsibilities. Attends program staff meetings and is responsible for presenting information. Reviews program goals and directs daily work efforts toward satisfying those goals. Practices cost‑effective use of personnel, equipment and supplies. Demonstrates flexibility in scheduling to meet program and service needs. Performs duties such as navigation, radio communication, obstacle avoidance and other EMS‑related duties. Represents the program and hospital and coordinates public relations events and educational in‑services for surrounding counties. Inspects vehicle daily; ensures that vehicle is clean, fully equipped and in proper operating condition and in compliance with all state and local laws. Makes up stretcher and cleans inside of vehicle after each call. Responds to mission requests in the prescribed timeframe. Additional Responsibilities All other duties as assigned by supervisor within job scope. Participates in ongoing education to expand and enhance professional development as required by hospital guidelines. Consistently demonstrates knowledge of regulatory agency standards by incorporating them into daily practice. Demonstrates clinical skill in patient care management. Complies with all hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Must be able to function in a small environment and be proportionate in build. Must be able to see hazards and be able to maneuver safely around the vehicle. Be able to lift, push, pull 250 pounds or more with assistance. Maintain a clean driving record and operate all hospital vehicles in accordance with local and state standards. Qualifications Required Education: High School Diploma or GED Preferred Education: Associate's degree Licensure / Certifications Florida EMT Certification BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross Minimum of 2 years of driving experience and insurable by hospital's business auto insurance carrier. Valid Florida Driver's License Certificate of completion of a Florida‑approved Emergency Vehicle Operations driving course (NAPD or EVOC) within 30 days of hire/transfer. Within six months of hire or transfer: Prehospital Trauma Life Support, Advanced Medical Life Support, FEMA IS‑100, FEMA IS‑200, Emergency Vehicle Operations Course, UF Health Jacksonville DECON training. Preferred Licensure / Certifications: National Registry EMT Experience Required Experience: Less than 1 year of EMS or healthcare related field Preferred Experience: Over 2–3 years in an active 911 Emergency Medical Service or healthcare field Skills Ability to learn and adapt to new equipment. Ability to work in highly stressful situations. Customer relations and organization skills are essential. Adheres to Hospital Policy, and the Florida Department of Emergency Medical Services guidelines in providing patient care. Familiar with Advanced Life Support patient care equipment. Demonstrated knowledge of pathophysiology related to cardiac, pulmonary, renal and neurological systems. Functional understanding of communications equipment including telephone, radios and recording equipment; some knowledge of navigational terms desired. Additional Information Age of Patients Served: All age groups Supervisory Responsibility: No Budgetary Responsibility: N/A #J-18808-Ljbffr