SINGLE CERT PARAMEDIC - Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit (MSTU)

Village Center Community Development District; The Villages (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance (employee)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(a) Retirement Plan

457(b) Retirement Plan

Flexible Spending

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Tier 2 for The Villages Charter School

Job summary

The Village Center Community Development District seeks a Florida State Certified Paramedic to join the Public Safety team as part of the University of Florida Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit. You will respond to emergency and non-emergency medical calls, provide BLS/ALS care, and operate advanced medical equipment under medical direction.

You must have a valid high school diploma or GED, CPR/ACLS, and pre-hospital paramedic experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid high school diploma or GED.
• Initial medical/physical evaluations required with annual recertification.
• Two years of pre-hospital Paramedic experience.

Responsibilities

• Responds to medical emergencies and calls.
• Drives emergency vehicles and operates EMS equipment.
• Provides BLS/ALS care and assists EMS transport provider.
• UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit assignment duties and evaluations.

Skills

Paramedic

BLS/ALS care

Communication

De-escalation

Education

High school diploma or GED

ACLS

PALS

Job description

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SINGLE CERT PARAMEDIC - Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit (MSTU)

Full Time Professional The Villages, FL, US

Requisition ID: 2389

Answer the Call: Join Our Lifesaving Team!

Are you ready to make a life-or-death difference every single day? The Villages Community Development Districts is seeking dedicated, skilled Paramedics to join our dynamic Public Safety team. If you're passionate about emergency medicine and thrive in high-stakes situations where your expertise can save lives, this is your opportunity to serve one of Florida's most vibrant communities.

Your Mission: As a Paramedic with our team, you'll respond to emergency and non-emergency medical calls, providing critical BLS/ALS care to residents and visitors. You'll function autonomously using advanced protocols under medical direction, making split-second decisions that matter. From cardiac emergencies to trauma incidents, you'll be the calm, competent professional our community counts on when seconds count.

What Sets This Role Apart

• Cutting-Edge Opportunity: Selected paramedics for this position will work on the University of Florida Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit, an innovative, specialized program delivering critical care beyond standard EMS scope
• Professional Growth: Continuous training, advanced certifications, and opportunities to develop critical care skills.
• State-of-the-Art Equipment : Work with modern apparatus and advanced medical technology
• Community Impact: Serve a unique, close-knit community where you'll see the direct impact of your care
• Team Environment: Join a department that values excellence, professionalism, and the District's core values

The Ideal Candidate: You're a Florida State Certified Paramedic with a proven track record in pre-hospital care. You maintain your composure under pressure, communicate effectively with patients and team members, and take pride in delivering exceptional emergency medical services. You're mentally sharp and committed to continuous learning in this ever-evolving field.

Ready to be part of a team where your skills, training, and dedication can truly save lives? Explore this opportunity to join The Villages Public Safety Department.

Location: The Villages, Florida
Department: Public Safety
Reports To: Lieutenant/Manager, UF MSTU
Classification:Emergency Critical Position
Work Schedule: Full-Time

Stipends Available: Up to $6.00

Competitive Benefits include:

• Medical Insurance (fully paid for employee single coverage)
• Voluntary health benefits including Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(a) Retirement Plan, with contributions funded by the District
• 457(b) Retirement Plan, permitting employee pre-tax deferrals
• Flexible Spending programs for both Medical and Dependent Care
• Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible
• Tier 2 qualifying organization for The Villages Charter School

JOB SUMMARY

Responds to emergency and non-emergency medical incidents and is responsible for assessment, triage, treatment and evaluation of patients during transport by ground. Must function autonomously utilizing medical protocols and advanced skills under the direction of the medical director. Participates in the training and maintenance activities necessary to achieve that end. Paramedics have regular demands for high physical exertion, lifting, carrying heavy equipment and/or people.

ESSENTIALDUTIESANDRESPONSIBILITIES(Includes,butnotlimited to)

• Responds to medical emergencies and non-emergency medical calls.
• Drives emergency vehicles and operates emergency equipment associated with EMS.
• Provides BLS/ALS emergency medical care to patients and assists the local emergency medical services transport provider.
• Critical Care Paramedics working on the University of Florida Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit are responsible for rendering initial evaluations of patients, performing critical care procedures, and maintaining proficiency in managing patients that require advanced care beyond the scope of the National EMS Education Curriculum. - UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Assignment Only

Additional

• Effectively communicates by means of two-way radio, person-to-person, and in writing through various records, reports, memos, and letters.
• Maintains apparatus, equipment, buildings and grounds.
• Performs in-service training and public education activities.
• Participates in all phases of training necessary to maintain the knowledge, skills, and abilities required of the position.
• Assists in maintaining records and submitting reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• May be expected to perform additional duties in an emergency.

ESSENTIALEXPECTATIONSOFPERFORMANCEANDBEHAVIOR(Includes,butnotlimitedto)

• VPSDPersonnelmustupholdVCCDD’sguidelinesregardingperformanceexpectationsasoutlinedinthe Employee Manual, as well as abiding by the department’s Code of Conduct policy.
• Performsto,andupholds,thedepartment’sMissionStatement.
• Modelbehaviorthatalways reflects the District Core Values.
• Cultivatesandmaintainseffectiveworkingrelationswithinthedepartment,theDistrict,aswellasoutside organizations and the public.
• Carries out the mission, goals, policies, and procedures of UF Health. – UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Assignment Only
• Provides community outreach and education –UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Assignment Only
• Participates in Mobile Stroke Program Data Management - UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Assignment Only

MINIMUMEDUCATIONANDEXPERIENCE(Includes,butnotlimitedto)

• MustpossessavalidhighschooldiplomaorGED.
• Mustsuccessfullycompleteinitialmedicalandphysicalevaluations,recertifyannuallyinaccordancewithF.A.C.69A-62andNFPA1582Standard.
• Must maintain all required certifications and licenses (including Medical Director’s clearance) to performAdvanced Life Support patient care.
• Two (2) years of pre-hospital Paramedic experience – UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Assignment Only

MINIMUMCERTIFICATES,LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Employeesmustcurrentlypossess,obtain,orcompleteICS100,200,700,and800certificateswithinthe first 6 months of employment.
• Allcandidatesandemployeesmustsuccessfullypassbackgroundanddrugscreening.
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life SupportCertification.
• Florida Emergency Vehicle Operators CourseCertification–16hours.
• Critical Care Paramedic Certification (CCP-C), UF Critical Care Paramedic Certification (UFCCP), or Flight Paramedic Certification (FP-C) – preferred (required within 1 year of employment) – UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Assignment Only
• International Trauma Life Support (ITLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) - preferred (required within 1 year of employment) – UF Mobile Stroke Treatment Unit Assignment Only

MINIMUMKNOWLEDGE,SKILLSANDABILITIES(Includes,butnotlimitedto)

Knowledge

• Mustmaintainaworkingknowledgeofthemost-currentindustrystandardsandpractices.
• RequiredtocompleteContinuingEducationUnitseveryyear.
• Participatesinallphasesoftrainingnecessarytomaintaintheknowledge,skills,andabilitiesrequiredof the position.
• Working knowledge of equipment and tools utilized in the delivery of EMS care or fire suppression.

Skills

• Proficiencyincomputer,web,andphone-basedapplicationsandprogramsutilizedforEMS/Fireresponse, report writing, training, timecards, etc.
• Competent use of office equipment that includes, but is not limited to cell phones, laptops, computers, printers, fax machines, multi-line phone systems, radios, and apparatus.

Abilities

• Personnelarerequiredtomaintaincalmandcomposureinallinteractions.
• Usesinterpersonalskillstodiffuseanddeescalatesituations.
• Treats members of the Department, VCCDD, and public with dignity and respect.

EQUIPMENT

Workingknowledgeoffire-rescueapparatus,equipment,andtools;advancedmedicalcareequipment.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS (Includes, but not limited to)

The work setting is that of Fire/EMS rescue activities, to include but are not limited to response and mitigation of a wide variety of emergency incidents. The work environment is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.

Whileperformingthedutiesofthisjobtheemployeewillbeexposedtothe following:

• Moderatetoloudnoiseistypicalforthe workenvironment,i.e.,wheninanofficesettingwith moderate noise from computers, printers, and moderate customer traffic.
• Moderatetoloudnoisewhiletransportingpatientswithaudiblesirensandmedicalequipment.
• Exposuretoloudnoisesenrouteto,returningfrom,orwhileonsceneatanincident.
• Exposuretothefollowingenvironmentalconditionsmayincludeoutdoorweatherconditions,toxicor caustic chemicals, fumes or airborne particles, and risk of electrical shock.

PhysicalRequirements

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Whileperformingthedutiesofthisjob,thefollowing applies:

• Regularlyrequiredtosit,usehands andfingers tofeel and manage equipment;andhave the ability to talk to and listen.
• Frequentlyrequiredtoreachoverheadandforward,push/pull,kneel,crawl,stoop,twist,squat,stand,sit, balance, climb stairs/other, walk; lift and carry 50 pounds and occasionally lift and move up to 100+ pounds.
• Visionabilitiesrequiredincludeclosevision,distancevision,colorvision,peripheralvision,nightvision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Capable of operating in personal protective equipment (PPE) per state and federal safety standards.