What are the responsibilities and job description for the Paramedic Ground Transport | ShandsCair | Full-time, Part-time, & PRN | Variable position at University of Florida Health?
Job Family: Technicians - Clinical
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Shift/Days: Not Applicable
FTE
.90
Department: ShandsCair Ground
Organization: Shands Teaching Hosp & Clinics
Overview
Critical Care Ground Transport Paramedic (CCGTP)
Make a real impact where advanced care meets critical moments. Join an elite ground transport team delivering life-saving care to high-acuity patients across the region.
?? Why This Role Stands Out
- Critical care scope of practice using advanced protocols and skills
- Autonomous clinical decision-making with strong medical director support
- Opportunities for specialty certifications and professional growth
- Mission-driven organization where safety and patient outcomes come first
- Collaborative, high-performance team environment
?? What You’ll Do
- Serve as the lead clinician on an ALS Critical Care ground ambulance
- Perform advanced life support and critical care interventions for interfacility patients
- Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, triage, treatment, and evaluation during transport
- Practice with a high degree of clinical autonomy while following established medical protocols
- Document the full clinical process accurately in the patient care record
- Supervise and evaluate assigned drivers , ensuring safe transport operations
- Act as a clinical resource and mentor to team members, sharing expertise and best practices
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, hospital teams, and external partners
- Participate in community outreach and education initiatives
- Uphold and advance the mission, values, and safety standards of Shands Healthcare/ShandsCair
Qualifications
? Required Qualifications
- Florida-licensed Paramedic (current and in good standing)
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS required upon hire
- Minimum 2 years of pre-hospital Paramedic experience
- Valid Florida Driver’s License
- Completion of a Florida-approved EVOC driving course
? Preferred & Advanced Credentials
- ITLS or PHTLS (preferred at hire; required within 1 year )
- CCEMT-P, UFCCP, FP-C, and NRP (preferred; required within 1 year )
- Experience in critical care transport
- Instructor status in EMS certifications
?? Benefits & Growth
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, retirement, and more) based on status hired.
- Paid training and support for advanced certifications
- Career advancement within a respected academic healthcare system
- Work that truly makes a difference—every shift