Pool Emergency Medical Technician

Tampa General Hospital; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital is seeking a Pool Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to deliver essential emergency care within a hospital setting. You will assess patients, provide basic life support as directed, and assist with advanced procedures, ensuring safe transport within the facility and to external facilities as needed.

You will document patient information accurately, communicate with RNs and staff, and uphold safety protocols while remaining calm under pressure.

Qualifications

• Technical Program Emergency Medical Technology completed.
• BLS certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Florida or Compact State license/registration.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care tasks safely and in accordance with hospital policy.
• Coordinates care with the RN and interdisciplinary team to optimize outcomes.
• Documents care provided accurately and timely.
• Maintains communication with RN throughout the shift.
• Responds promptly to patient requests for assistance.
• Performs EKGs for acute chest pain when needed.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Technical Program Emergency Medical Technology

Job description

Job Description - Pool Emergency Medical Technician (260003YM)

Job Description

Description

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) within a hospital setting provides essential emergency care and support to patients in critical situations. Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, administering basic life support, and assisting with advanced medical procedures under the direction of healthcare professionals. EMTs collaborate with hospital staff to ensure efficient patient transport within the facility and to external medical facilities as needed. They maintain readiness of medical equipment, ensure compliance with safety protocols, and document patient information accurately. Strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are essential for success in this role.

Essential Functions

Performs patient care tasks in a safe and competent manner without deviation from the standard of care or hospital policy and procedure

Coordinates care with the RN and other interdisciplinary care to optimize patient outcomes

Demonstrates ability to recognize changes in patient status and report changes to RN immediately and assist in providing appropriate interventions in a timely manner

Maintains complete and timely documentation that assures accurate reflection of care provided

Maintains communication with RN throughout entire shift to ensure accuracy of information and care provided

Promptly responds to patients request for assistance in professional and effective manner

Completes EKG’s for acute chest pain in a timely fashion

Performs other duties as assigned in an engaged and positive manner

Interacts with physicians, patients, visitors, department staff and other hospital staff members in a professional manner and responds to requests in a timely manner

Handles daily departmental tasks, as needed, without direct prompting and supervision

Performs other functions as assigned which may include assuring a clean environment, basic housekeeping, restocking equipment or supplies, report damaged or unsafe/malfunctioning equipment according to policy

Performs all other duties as assigned in an engaged and cooperative manner

Performs other duties as assigned in a positive and engaged

Qualifications

Education

Technical Program Emergency Medical Technology

License/Registration - Issued by Florida or Compact State

Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Work Experience

(3) Three years' experience in a clinical setting