Ground Emergency Medical Technician-Driver

6 days ago


Gainesville, Florida, United States UF Health Full time
Job Summary

The Critical Care Ground Emergency Medical Technician-Driver (CCGEMT) is a vital member of our team at UF Health, responsible for providing direct patient care and safe ground ambulance transport of patients, crew members, and medical equipment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist with or independently provide direct patient care to assigned patients, demonstrating compassion, caring, and respect.
  • Transport patients, crew members, and medical equipment safely and efficiently.
  • Communicate effectively with patients, peers, families, and other internal/external personnel in a high-stress environment.
  • Provide community outreach and education, utilizing excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Carry out the mission and goals of UF Health/ShandsCair, prioritizing safety throughout the transport continuum.
Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • Current certification as EMT-B (or higher) in the State of Florida required.
  • 2 or more years of driving experience and insurability by the hospital's business auto insurance carrier required.
  • BLS certification required upon hire.
  • Valid Florida Driver's License and certification of completion of a Florida approved Emergency Vehicle Operations driving course (NAPD or EVOC) required.
Functional Understanding
  • Communications equipment, including telephone, radios, and recording equipment.
  • Navigational terms.
Motor Vehicle Operator Designation

Employees in this position will operate vehicles for an assigned business purpose as a 'frequent driver', defined as one who uses their personal or Shands automobile at least once daily, at least five individual trips per week, or drives over 150 miles per week in the performance of their job.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

EMT-Basic (or higher) certification in the State of Florida required.



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