Emergency Department Technician - Paramedic-Ready

UF Health; Leesburg (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Central Florida is seeking an ED Technician to facilitate patient care in a fast-paced emergency department. The ideal candidate will possess a Florida Paramedic license and be certified in BLS. Responsibilities include assisting in patient comfort and maintaining a safe environment under the direction of an RN. Strong communication skills and an understanding of English are essential for this role. Join us in providing world-class care to our community.

Qualifications

• Education: Associates Degree (Preferred).
• Licensure/Certification: Florida Paramedic, BLS; ACLS preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient care under the direction of the RN.
• Provide comfort measures and maintain a clean environment.
• Work within the guidelines of certification under direct supervision.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical procedures

Communication

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Overview

At UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, we are committed to providing the Central Florida community with leading-edge patient care, clinical training and research programs. Our teams of physicians and clinical staff work together to offer specialty services, advanced technology and clinical studies — bringing world-class, quality health care closer to you and your loved ones. UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital provides many medical services and amenities for our patients and their families and visitors.

As part of the UF Health network, patients now get more — more access, more services, more specialized care, improved experiences, faster treatment — and as a result, everyone rises and moves forward together.

Responsibilities

Under the direction of the RN, the ED Technician facilitates patient care by providing advanced physical care and clinical procedures, providing patients with comfort measures and maintaining a clean and organized environment. Works as a member of the ED patient care team within the guidelines of his/her certification under the direct supervision of an ED Physician.

Qualifications

Education:

- Associates Degree (Preferred)

- Post High School Special Training

Licensure/Certification/Registration:

- Florida Paramedic

- BLS

- ACLS preferred

Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required: - Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English