EMT (CERT)

Universal Health Services, Inc.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Wellington Regional Medical Center is a per diem ER support role located in Wellington, Florida, offering night shift schedules with overtime opportunities. The position supports RN-run patient care in a fast-paced ER, including vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, and patient interviewing.

A safe, team-oriented environment with ongoing professional growth is emphasized. The hospital is part of Universal Health Services, a large healthcare network that values compassionate care, teamwork, and career

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Current Florida EMT certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for routine patient care under the supervision of an RN.
• Performs cleaning, stocking, and transports patients as needed.
• Interviews patients and measures vital signs (pulse, temp, BP, weight, height).
• Performs EKGs, phlebotomy, and other duties as assigned.
• Greets ER patients with professionalism and completes quick registration efficiently.
• R rounds on patients in the ER lobby and escalates needs to the RN.
• Demonstrates Service Excellence.

Education

High school diploma or GED

American Heart Association BLS

Current Florida EMT Certification

Job description

Responsibilities

This is a Per Diem oppurtunity and a nights shift schedule. There is opportunity for overtime and to cover various shifts if interested.

Wellington Regional Medical Center is located in Wellington, Florida. It is a 235-bed, acute care hospital, owned by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc., a highly respected healthcare management organization.

Wellington Regional is proud to have provided high quality healthcare services to the residents of Palm Beach County since 1986. As a community hospital, accredited by The Joint Commission, Wellington Regional prides itself on its continued commitment to remain on the forefront of advanced technologies and expand programs and services to meet the needs of the growing community it serves.

We promote an environment that fosters compassion, teamwork, innovation and opportunities for professional growth. Our mission is supported by our commitment to fair and ethical treatment for all.

To learn more visit Welcome to Wellington Regional Medical Center | Wellington, FL

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• American Heart Association BLS
• Current Florida EMT Certification

What do our current employees value at Wellington Regional Medical Center & UHS?

A safe and supportive environment that puts patient care first. One of the most rewarding aspects of working at Wellington Regional Medical Center is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the patients and families you treat, at their most vulnerable times. You are never alone, as you are part of a large, nationwide network of employees and leaders who routinely exchange ideas, and review current topics within the industry. We are proud of our robust continuing education options and opportunities for skills diversification and career advancement with UHS. We want to help you succeed and grow in your profession and enjoy a sense of belonging and trust that comes through your expanding experience. At UHS, you have a voice.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance, growing since its inception into a Fortune 5 00 corporation. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has 89,000 employees. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates 28 acute care hospitals, 335 behavioral health facilities, 40 outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points in 39 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Role and Responsibilities

Assumes responsibility and accountability for routine patient care, under the supervision of an RN, cleaning/stocking, transporting patients, and performs additional duties as requested, interviewing patients, measuring vital signs (i.e., pulse rate, temperature, blood pressure, weight, and height), performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and other duties as assigned. Greets patients that arrive at the ER with a smile and professional demeanor and performs QPI (quick registration) efficiently and accurately. Rounds on patients in the ER lobby and escalates patient needs to the RN. Demonstrates Service Excellence.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.