Paramedic

Tampa General Hospital•Tampa, FL

27d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

Technical Program Paramedic program
Paramedic License
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
1 year experience in clinical setting
Must attend EKG recognition within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Assessing patient conditions
Administering life-saving interventions
Stabilizing patients before or during transfer to specialized care units
Collaborating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to implement treatment plans
Trauma response
Rapid assessments
Medication administration
Using advanced medical equipment
Documenting patient conditions, treatments given, and outcomes
Assisting with patient transfers, triage, or emergency room operations