Paramedic - Emergency Department East Orlando - Mid Shift

Location: 11898 LAKE UNDERHILL RD ORLANDO, Florida 32825 Position Summary Variable Full Time: 3 shifts each week Hours: 12 pm – 12 am Shift: Mid Shift Location: 11898 LAKE UNDERHILL RD ORLANDO, Florida 32825 Orlando Health’s Freestanding Emergency Department opened in spring 2025, and we are seeing incredible patient volume. To meet the needs of our community, we’re expanding our ED nursing team! Come join our team that’s growing with purpose. The Paramedic Provides and documents individualized patient care to include patient and personal safety, patient assessments in collaboration with the supervising RN or RT, patient re‑assessments, triage, maintaining airway patency, IV access and hang IV fluids without additives, ECG interpretations, dysrhythmias recognition, places patients on defined oxygen delivering devices and assists with the application of skeletal traction/splints/immobilizers and other orthopedic equipment under the supervision of a Licensed Physician. Orlando Health Emergency Room – Waterford Lakes is part of Orlando Health’s network providing 24/7/365 access to board‑certified emergency medicine doctors, expertly trained nurses and clinical team, diagnostic imaging (including CT scan, ultrasound and X‑ray), and a full‑service laboratory. Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career‑growing FREE education programs and well‑being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. “Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work” is not just something we say, it’s our promise to you. Candidates Joining Our Team Will Be Eligible For Retirement Savings Plan Education Assistance programs, Tuition reimbursement, and Student Loan repayment Four Weeks Paid Parental Leave Back‑up Childcare, Elder Care, and Pet Care Fertility Benefits, up to $25K lifetime maximum Adoption Assistance, up to $15K per child toward eligible expenses Orlando Health Way Scholarship for Family Members Responsibilities Delivers patient care requiring advanced skills and judgment in the Emergency Department, Critical Care or Respiratory Department settings as directed by the appropriate Medical Director for specialty to include protocol orders or guidelines within approved current Paramedic competency. The competency will not exceed the educational guidelines for a paramedic in the State of Florida. The Florida paramedic practice model includes invasive and pharmacologic interventions intended to reduce morbidity and mortality in the pre‑hospital environment. It is expected that in the hospital setting where medical care and resources are readily available, this practice model will be modified. Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the Registered Nurse, Respiratory Therapist, and ED or Critical Care, Pulmonary providers or their designee and documents findings of care provided according to established guidelines. Provides for the physical comfort and safety of patients, visitors, and members of the health care team including infection control and appropriate handling of hazardous materials. Prioritizes and sequences work activities and delivery of medical care to patients that ensures the patient’s comfort, safety, and progress toward established goals. Administers limited medications safely within the defined education guidelines and competencies. Facilitates patient movement within the department and through the facility, proactively supporting timely admissions, discharges, and transfers. Qualifications Education/Training Successfully completed a Paramedic program. Licensure/Certification Current certification as a Paramedic (PMD) in the State of Florida renewed every 2 years; and Maintains current BLS/Healthcare provider certification for healthcare providers; and Maintains current ACLS certification; and If appropriate, obtain and maintain PALS certification within one year of hire. Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a member of a disability group. #J-18808-Ljbffr Orlando Health