AdventHealth Hiring for ED Paramedic at Wesley Chapel, FL Full Time

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development

Our Promise To You

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days

Location: 2600 Bruce B. Downs Blvd Wesley Chapel, Florida 33544

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Wesley Chapel

• From state- of- the- art equipment to the most intricate building details, AdventHealth Wesley Chapel was designed from the ground up to maximize healing, patient care and wellness
• Recognized as leader in patient satisfaction and was named Top 100 Hospital in Modern Healthcare Magazine by IBM Watson Health
• 50,000 sq ft community Health & Wellness Center
• Comprehensive women’s health center named Inspiration Place that incorporates female physician specialists, women’s imaging, pelvic floor and female physical therapy and a boutique spa.
• Consistently named a Top Workplace in Tampa Bay by the Tampa Bay Times
• AdventHealth Wesley Chapel has been named to Healthgrades Top 250 Hospitals list. This places them in the top 5% of hospitals in the country for superior clinical performance and excellence
• Opened an offsite 24 bed, 24/7 emergency room in Central Pasco to better serve the emergency health needs of residents in west and central Pasco

The Role You’ll Contribute

The Paramedic performs patient care under the direction of and as assigned by the Charge nurse, registered nurse and/or physician or their designee. Performs general clinical, non-clinical and clerical services necessary to expedite the efficient functioning of the nursing unit consistent with the philosophy, goals, policies and procedures. Utilizes age-specific competencies in the care of all patient populations. Adheres to the AdventHealth corporate compliance plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.

The Value You’ll Bring To The Team

• Attaches 12 lead EKG’s and completes test before giving strip to physician on duty. Initiates cardiac monitoring and performs venipuncture for testing. Initiates cardiac monitoring, demonstrates ability to detect dysrhythmias and notifies the assigned nurse or charge nurse of abnormalities. Initiates oxygen therapy as directed by RN or Physician.
• Inserts peripheral IV’s, hangs IV fluid without medication and maintains prescribed IV flow rates. Observes and documents condition of infusion site. Removes IV Lines as directed by RN.
• Provides patient care appropriate to age, mobility, acuity and culture. Participates in obtaining medical history and allergies. Performs initial focused intake assessment and throughout shift including physical, mental, social and spiritual. Participates in education and discharge planning using established education materials. Supervised by assigned RN or designee to that care zone.
• Administers ACLS medications when physician present at bedside

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent
• FL State Paramedic Licensure
• One year healthcare, ED, or field experience
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support PALS or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.