Emergency Department Paramedic

Job Opportunity At AdventHealth

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Career Development
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule: Full time

Shift: Night (United States of America)

Job Description:

Assists higher-trained personnel in providing effective care.

Delivers exceptional customer service to patients, families, bystanders, and other response agency personnel.

Supports community service and relationship functions as requested by leadership.

Maintains a safe and effective work environment by adhering to infection control standards.

Communicates effectively with healthcare team members and other emergency responders.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to assess, treat, and care for patients to the level of certification

Ability to maintain a professional and calm presence under the most critical situations

Ability to operate a motor vehicle in a safe and professional manner

Ability to determine the nature of patient conditions and assess whether patients have pre-existing medical conditions

Ability to identify and treat life-threatening conditions within the paramedic's field of practice

Demonstrated ability to follow written and verbal instructions effectively

Must have the ability to react calmly and effectively in the most critical situations

Knowledge to identify patient acuity levels

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, and others of diverse backgrounds

Ability to multi-task efficiently in a fast pace, high patient volume environment

Strong critical thinking skills

Emergency vehicle operations (Preferred)

Defensive driving (Preferred)

5 years of driving passenger vehicles (Preferred)

Schedule:

Days, 07001900

Education:

Associate [Preferred]

High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]

Work Experience:

1+ related work experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

Licensed Paramedic (PARA) [Required]

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Advanced Cardiac Life Support Cert (ACLS) [Required]

Driver's License (DL) [Required]

National Incident Management System FEMA Training (NIMS) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements -

Pay Range:

$20.58 - $32.92

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida's background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.