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Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) Transport Paramedic PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.

• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.

• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny

• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing

• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts

• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)

• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships

• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)

• Colleague recognition program

• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) Transport Paramedic PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Emergency Services (ES) Transport Paramedic will operate on the Gulf Coast Hospital EMS Transport Services’ Team. The primary duty of the ES Transport Paramedic will be the safe and effective treatment and transport of Gulf Coast Hospital patients on the Gulf Coast Hospital EMS Transport Services’ ambulance. The ES Transport Paramedic will respond to EMS Call-Center requests, prioritize patient care, coordinate with other healthcare providers, and facilitate transport appropriately.

As needed, the ES Transport Paramedic will function within the free standing Gulf Coast Hospital Emergency Departments and the main Gulf Coast Hospital Emergency Department. While working in the Emergency Department, the ES Paramedic will collect and convey information to both their team members and the attending Physician regarding the health status of patients. The ES Paramedic will perform all duties identified in their job description, approved Medical Protocols, and departmental policy.

Skills will be validated by competency assessments under the License of the Gulf Coast Hospital EMS Medical Director. The ES Paramedic will report to the Chief of EMS Operations. They will serve as a member of the Healthcare team through active communication; documentation; feedback and assistance as needed or requested. The ES Transport Paramedic will attend meetings, education opportunities, and in-services as required by departmental policy, and contribute to the growth and development of their self and the Gulf Coast Hospital EMS Transport Services’ Team. The ES Paramedic will maintain good working relationships with patients, visitors, physicians, co-workers, and other hospital staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Regular, Punctual and dependable attendance

• Responds to Gulf Coast Hospital EMS Transport Services requests for the transport of patients from Gulf Coast Hospital facilities

• Provides care in the out of hospital setting, serving as the primary care provider during interfacility transports

• Assesses, plans, implements intervention, and evaluates the appropriate level of patient care according to Florida scope of practice, Gulf Coast Hospital EMS Protocols, and Gulf Coast Hospital Emergency Department policies and procedures

• Performs diverse duties within the Emergency Department involving an extensive knowledge of protocols, medical techniques, equipment, and the use of a wide range of procedures

• Maintains competence in thorough patient care documentation and use of both EMS PCR and ED software

• Performs EMS hand off reports at facility destinations and reports appropriately to nursing staff and ED physicians

• Ensures readiness of ambulance and all associated equipment for service

• Attends meetings and in-services as required by departmental policy

• Actively seeks ways to control costs without compromising patient safety, quality of care or the services delivered.

EDUCATION REQUIRED AND/OR PREFERRED:

Associates Degree in Emergency Medical Services/Paramedic or a Certificate of program completion in Emergency Medical Services (EMT/Paramedic) is required

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

· Florida Paramedic license required

· BLS-American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS provider issued card required

· ACLS-American Heart Association or American Red Cross ACLS provider card required

· PALS-American Heart Association or American Red Cross PALS provider card required

· EVOC-Emergency Vehicle Operations Course completion certificate, or equivalent required

· FEMA-100, 200, 700, 800 preferred

· ITLS-International Trauma Life Support provider card preferred

DRIVING RECORD:

This position requires driving an HCA owned vehicle. The candidate must provide a seven-year driving history from the Florida Department of Motor Vehicles and have no more than six points on their record, with no indication of unsafe driving habits.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED OR PREFERRED:

Minimum 1 year of experience as a field paramedic with an EMS agency and/or clinical experience working in a hospital.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:

· Must have current knowledge of EMT-B, and Paramedic scope of practice.

· Must be skilled in patient triage, assessment, intervention, and evaluation practices within their scope.

· Must be capable of making clinical decisions to ensure patient safety in emergency situations with limited or no assistance.

· Knowledge and experience with pre-hospital EMS protocols is preferred.

· Exhibits a high degree of professionalism and character.

· Computer skills to include data entry, reporting and word processing.

· Typing skills sufficient to complete the job in a timely manner.

· Must be skilled in time management in order to coordinate and prioritize multiple tasks.

This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).

HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital is a 238-bed acute care hospital. For 40 years, we have served Bay County and the surrounding communities. We are an accredited facility offering comprehensive care. This includes advanced cardiac assessment and treatment. We offer certified women's services. Our hospital has dedicated spaces for adult and pediatric emergency services. We are certified in Advanced Primary Stroke Care. Our hospital is accredited as a Comprehensive Breast Care Center. We are the area's only Accredited Chest Pain Center with Primary PCI and Resuscitation. Other services that we offer include orthopedic care and joint replacement, robotic surgery, cardiac, vascular, and interventional services. We are home to the only Pediatric ER in the community. We have the only Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in the region. Together, we continue to raise the bar in healthcare.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times.  In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Transport Paramedic PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status