What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic | UF Health North Emergency Department | Full-time | Nights position at UF Health?
Overview
Full-time Nights 7pm to 7am.
The paramedic functions under the medical direction of the Medical Director and/or supervising ED attending with general supervision of the RN. The paramedic provides care for patients in accordance with physician's orders, policies, procedures, established standards and administrative policies. Provides direct and indirect patient care while adhering to the mission and objectives of the hospital in order to meet the healthcare needs of patients and families. The paramedic will be responsible for collecting pertinent data within their certification scope of responsibilities and will report all clinical, psychosocial, etc. findings to the RN and ED Physician.
Qualifications
Required Education
Full-time Nights 7pm to 7am.
The paramedic functions under the medical direction of the Medical Director and/or supervising ED attending with general supervision of the RN. The paramedic provides care for patients in accordance with physician's orders, policies, procedures, established standards and administrative policies. Provides direct and indirect patient care while adhering to the mission and objectives of the hospital in order to meet the healthcare needs of patients and families. The paramedic will be responsible for collecting pertinent data within their certification scope of responsibilities and will report all clinical, psychosocial, etc. findings to the RN and ED Physician.
Qualifications
Required Education
- GED or High School Diploma
- Preferred Education Associates Degree (i.e. Allied Health Science, EMS, etc.)
- Current State of Florida Paramedic License
- BLS Health Care Provider (American Heart Association)
- ACLS (American Heart Association) within 6 months of hire.
- PALS within 6 months of hire.
- NRP within 6 months of hire.
- Less than one year as paramedic
- 1-2 years paramedic experience in a hospital setting, previous EMS Dispatch experience, and/or 2 years ED patient care including triage experience