Paramedic - Emergency Services Full Time

At TGH Crystal River, we know that our employees are the heartbeat of our facility. Since you take great care of our patients, our goal is to take great care of you. We do this through various employee recognition programs throughout the year, creating and cultivating a culture of support and respect, having a hands-on and accessible Administration Team, and offering a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Our close-knit, supportive atmosphere and our structured employee growth and development programs make TGH Crystal River a great place to call home at any stage of your career.

A 128-bed general, medical/surgical acute care facility serving Citrus, Levy and South Marion Counties, TGH Crystal River opened its doors in 1978. TGH Crystal River is fully accredited by The Joint Commission and has earned the Gold Seal of Approval and the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association's Heart-Check mark for Advanced Certification for Primary Stroke Centers. The medical center also has an innovative alliance with UF Health for stroke care and is nationally recognized as a Blue Distinction Center in the areas of knee and hip replacement by the Blue Cross and Blue Shield companies.

Provides nursing care to an assigned clinical unit under the direction of the Charge Nurse and pursuant to the objectives and policies of TGH Crystal River.  Knowledge of physiological, psychosocial, and therapeutic components specific to the appropriate triage and prioritizing of patients with real or potential life threatening conditions presenting to the emergency department for care.  Responsible for organized systematic reception and categorization of patients ensuring that immediate care is available for the seriously ill or injured patient.  Determines priorities confidently and directs patient flow in a high paced environment, while maintaining composure and courtesy to patients and families.  May be needed to work beyond the regular tour of duty or in another patient care unit as assigned by department head or nursing supervisor.

   Minimum Education:  Graduation from an accredited Paramedic program
   Required Experience:  Some experience as an EMT or Paramedic
   Required Licensure /Certification Prior to Hire:  Current Florida Paramedic license; BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications 
   Requires PHTLS and/or ITLS certification 
   Required Competency:  Completion of Red Flag training within 90 days of hire and a Basic Arrhythmia competency within 12 months of hire.
   Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  Knowledge base requisite to the assessment, triage and assignment of appropriate priority of care for the emergency patient.  Visual and hearing senses adequate to assess/detect changes in human physiological condition. Effective oral and written communication skills in the English language.  Ability to perform effectively in fast paced, stressful environment