Emergency Medical Technician

SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free park admission

Discounts on park tickets

Park discounts on food and merchandise

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events

Job summary

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT is seeking an EMT/Paramedic to provide emergency medical care for ambassadors and park guests at Busch Gardens in Tampa. You will assess injuries, coordinate care, and ensure safety operations across the park.

The role requires CPR (HCP) and EMT/Paramedic certification, weekend/evening/holiday availability, and the ability to lift heavy loads while maintaining composure in dynamic conditions. Join a team focused on safety and service.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Current CPR health care provider card (HCP).
• EMT or Paramedic Certification required.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Six months of related BLS patient care experience.
• Ability to work weekends, evenings, overnights and holidays.
• Able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently and over 100 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to interact with guests and co-workers of diverse backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care to ambassadors and guests.
• Assess injuries or illness and document care provided.
• Administer ongoing care to workers' compensation cases.
• Consult with physicians to arrange care and appointments.
• Perform daily safety equipment checks.
• Report safety hazards to appropriate personnel.
• Participate in department drills and training.
• Respond to medical emergencies throughout the park.
• Represent the company with energy and a positive attitude.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Guest interaction

Emergency response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMT or Paramedic Certification

CPR (HCP) certification

Annual respiratory physical

Job description

Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what its like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Compensation Rate: $15.00/hr

What You Get To Do

• Provide emergency medical care to ambassadors and park guests, teaches safety and prevention, and provides care for workers compensation cases.
• Assess injuries or illness, administer appropriate treatment, and complete paperwork for ambassadors and guests.
• Administer ongoing care to ambassadors with workers' compensation injuries.
• Consult with physicians to make appointments and arrange care for ambassadors.
• Perform daily checks on safety and rescue equipment.
• Report safety hazards in the park to necessary personnel.
• Participate in department training and drills.
• Respond to medical emergencies throughout the park.
• Enthusiastically represent the company by displaying a positive attitude, high level of energy, and commitment to quality throughout all aspects of the job.

What It Takes To Succeed

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR health care provider card (HCP).
• Relevant local/state EMT or Paramedic Certification.
• Submit to annual respiratory physical.
• Six months of related experience providing BLS patient care excluding volunteer work.
• Able to respond to patient needs and make sound decisions.
• Able to represent the company and communicate to doctors and insurance representatives.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as medical doses and shots, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Able to work weekends, evenings, overnight shifts and holidays.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with or without accommodation.
• Able to work indoors and in outside weather conditions (i.e. sunny, wet, and/or humid conditions)
• Able to positively interact with park guests and co-workers of all ages different ethnic/cultural background and/or languages and individuals with special needs.

The perks of the position: Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

• FREE park admission
• Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends
• Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.
• Scholarship opportunities
• Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer

SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.