Paramedic
Tampa General Hospital, Brooksville, OK, United States
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 team members 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.
Provides 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 a professional and effective manner.
Performs other functions as assigned which may include assuring a clean environment, basic housekeeping, restocking equipment or supplies, and reporting damaged or unsafe/malfunctioning equipment according to policy.
Qualifications
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.
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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 team members 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.
Provides 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 a professional and effective manner.
Performs other functions as assigned which may include assuring a clean environment, basic housekeeping, restocking equipment or supplies, and reporting damaged or unsafe/malfunctioning equipment according to policy.
Qualifications
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.
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