Paramedic EMT-P

American Ambulance; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Part time

Job summary

American Ambulance Central Florida is seeking per diem Paramedics in Marion County, Florida. The role pays $35 hourly with a maximum of 24 shifts per week.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, valid Florida Driver’s License, EMT-P, EVOC and ACLS certifications, and competency in ALS and BLS care. Responsibilities include emergency and non-emergency ambulance operations, timely response, documentation, and adherence to safety and clinical protocols.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must be able to communicate and understand English verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Provides emergency and non-emergency ambulance operations with a partner, demonstrating safe driving and public safety awareness.
• Responds to assigned calls quickly and safely to assess the scene and request help as needed.
• Provides BLS patient care per procedures and protocols; diagnoses and treats patients.
• Provides ALS operations, including patient assessment, packaging and transport.
• Completes medical records and transportation reports.
• Maintains knowledge of EMT standards and equipment use.
• Complies with safety standards for self, crew, patient and equipment.
• Maintains professional relationships with colleagues, EMS reps, hospitals and public.
• Keeps knowledge of local geography and maps; ensures units/equipment are ready after responses.
• Ensures fuel, fluids and tire pressure are monitored and reports any damage.

Skills

English communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

PER DIEM Paramedics $35 hourly, 24 max per week, Marion County

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides emergency and non-emergency ambulance operations in conjunction with a partner, demonstrates excellent driving judgment and regard for public safety during operation and positioning of unit.
• Responds to all assigned calls in the most appropriate, safe and efficient manner to quickly assess the scene and request other help if needed.
• Provides BLS patient care in accordance with established procedures and prescribed local protocols and clinical practices. Diagnoses and treats patients with appropriate techniques, resources and equipment.
• Provide ALS operations, providing overall care in the areas of patient assessment, packaging and transport.
• Completes appropriate medical records and transportation reports.
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of current EMT standards of care, including equipment function and use.
• Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment.
• Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS Representatives, hospitals and public.
• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of local geography, including mapping, street, and grid book systems.
• Maintains units and equipment in a clean, organized and ready condition after each response.
• Ensures proper fuel, fluid, and tire pressure levels at all times.
• Reports equipment damage or malfunctions as prescribed.
• Completes all station duties and maintains crew quarters in lean conditions.
• Maintaining a clean and complete uniform, personal hygiene, and professional, pleasant and polite demeanor to all persons with whom the individual comes in contact with while on duty.
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High School diploma or general educations degree (GED)
• Must be able to communicate and understand English verbally and in writing

Licenses and Certifications (must be valid, current and/or in good standing)

• Valid FL Driver’s License
• EMT-P
• EVOC
• ACLS

Competency in Advanced life support skills as defined by State, Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.

American Ambulance Central Florida is a Federal Contractor.

American Ambulance Central Florida encourages disabled and non-disabled veterans to apply.

Employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.