Details Location: Jacksonville, FLFacility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside HospitalDepartment/Specialty: EmergencySchedule: Full-time
Benefits Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.

Responsibilities Deliver expert basic and advanced life support care through rapid patient evaluation and high-stakes clinical intervention.Partner with physicians and nurses to stabilize critical patients and autonomously initiate life-saving transport protocols.Ensure seamless transitions of care by meticulously monitoring and communicating real-time patient status and treatment.Empower patients and families through compassionate, population-specific education regarding their care and recovery.Guarantee mission readiness and safety by inspecting and maintaining specialized medical and transport equipment.
Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

Advanced Life Support obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.One or more of the following required:Paramedic credentialed from the Florida Emergency Medical Services obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Paramedic specializing in Flight credentialed from the International Board of Specialty Certification obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Certification specializing in ER Vehicle Operation preferred.Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) preferred. Completion of all 9 modules required.Drivers License preferred.Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

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