Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) — Fast-Paced Patient Care

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Jacksonville, FL seeks an Emergency Medical Technician to perform and document direct routine patient care under licensed provider supervision in accordance with hospital guidelines.

The role focuses on basic patient care, adherence to universal precautions, and accurate documentation. Prior healthcare exposure is preferred; Florida EMT or Paramedic licensure and BLS are required to ensure readiness for critical support.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or Vocational Training.
• Current Florida EMT license -OR- current Florida Paramedic license.
• BLS from the American Heart Association.
• Less than 1 year of practical clinical experience.
• Preferred: 1+ year previous experience in a health care environment.

Responsibilities

• The Emergency Medical Technician performs and documents direct routine patient care under licensed provider's supervision according to hospitals guidelines.

Skills

Patient care basics

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Aseptic techniques

Emergency recognition

IV insertion

Phlebotomy

Chest compressions

EKG rhythm recognition

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED or Vocational Training

Job description

UF Health in Jacksonville, FL seeks an Emergency Medical Technician to perform and document direct routine patient care under licensed provider supervision in accordance with hospital guidelines.

The role focuses on basic patient care, adherence to universal precautions, and accurate documentation. Prior healthcare exposure is preferred; Florida EMT or Paramedic licensure and BLS are required to ensure readiness for critical support.