Pool Paramedic

Tampa General Hospital; Crystal River (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital-Citrus in Crystal River, FL is seeking a hospital-based Paramedic to deliver advanced medical care in emergency situations. You will assess patients, administer life-saving interventions, stabilize for transfer, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to implement treatment plans.

Requirements include a Paramedic program, Florida license or Compact State, BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, and at least 1 year of clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Paramedic program completed and credentialed.
• BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications required.
• 1 year clinical experience in a hospital setting.
• Florida or Compact state paramedic license/registration.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care tasks safely and competently.
• Coordinates care with Clinical Nurse and interdisciplinary team.
• Recognizes changes in patient status and reports promptly.
• Maintains complete and timely documentation of care.
• Communicates effectively with team, patients and families.
• Responds to patient requests professionally and efficiently.
• Supports with transfers, triage, or ER operations.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decision making

Communication skills

Documentation

Team collaboration

Under pressure

Education

Paramedic program

Tools

Advanced medical equipment

Job description

A paramedic in a hospital setting provides advanced medical care to patients in emergency situations. Their primary responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, administering life‑saving interventions and stabilizing patients before or during transfer to specialized care units. They collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to implement treatment plans. Hospital‑based paramedics are often involved in trauma response, rapid assessments, medication administration, and using advanced medical equipment. They must also document patient conditions, treatments given, and outcomes.

In this role, paramedics are expected to work efficiently under pressure, maintain strong communication skills, and adhere to established protocols. Their duties may also include assisting with patient transfers, triage, or emergency room operations. This position requires proficiency in critical thinking, decision‑making, and staying updated on medical protocols and equipment.

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 Clinical Nurse and other interdisciplinary are to optimize patient outcomes.
• Demonstrates ability to recognize changes in patient status and report changes to Clinical Nurse immediately and assist in providing appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
• Maintains complete and timely documentation that assures accurate reflection of care provided.
• Provided appropriate communication with multidisciplinary team members, patients and their families.
• Maintains communication with Clinical Nurse throughout entire shift to ensure accuracy of information and care provided.
• Promptly responds to patients request for assistance in professional and effective manner.
• 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

Education

• Technical Program- Paramedic program

License/Registration

• Paramedic - Issued by Florida or Compact State

Certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association
• Pediatric Advance Life Support (PALS) through American Red Cross or American Heart Association

Work Experience And Additional Information

• 1 year experience in clinical setting
• Must attend EKG recognition within 30 days of hire.

Primary Location

Crystal River

Work Locations

TGH Crystal River

Eligible for Remote Work

On Site

Job

Nursing (Technical/Clerical)

Organization

Tampa General Hospital-Citrus

Shift

Evening Job

Job Type

On Site

Shift Hours

varies

Minimum Salary

24.50

Job Posting

Oct 29, 2026, 11:43:00 AM