ED Tech | UF Health Jax Emergency Department | Full-time, Part-time, and PRN available | Variable Shifts

Overview:

Full-time, Part-time, & PRNB available.  Varied shifts available.

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The Emergency Medical Technician performs and documents direct routine patient care under licensed provider's supervision according to hospitals guidelines.

Responsibilities:

Necessary Skills:

1. Knowledge of patient care and basic human needs within life span.

2. Knowledge of medical terminology

3. Knowledge of aseptic techniques

4. Knowledge of acute and chronic disease processes

5. Knowledge of standard universal precautions

6. Basic knowledge of anatomic structure and human body systems

7. Ability to recognize obvious job-related emergencies

8. Ability to maintain confidentiality

9. Ability to read and write in English

10. Recognition of lethal EKG rhythms

11. Performance of electrocardiograms

12. IV insertion

13. Urinary catheter insertion

14. Gastric tube insertion

15. Phlebotomy

16. Basic wound care

17. Splinting of musculoskeletal injuries

18. Automatic External Defibrillator operation

19. Chest compressions

20. Eye irrigation

Qualifications:

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups.

 

Required Education: High School Diploma or GED or Vocational Training

 

Required Licensure/Certifications: 

• Current Florida EMT license -OR- current Florida Paramedic license
• BLS from the American Heart Association

 

Required Experience: Less than 1 of practical clinical experience.

 

Preferred Experience: 1 or more years previous experience in a health care environment.