Florida International University
Emergency Medical Technician - Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
Florida International University, Miami, Florida, us, 33222
Emergency Medical Technician - Herbert Wertheim College of Medicine
About FIU
Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
Operates the Mobile Health Clinic (MHC) to and from Florida International University (FIU) locations as requested by the MHC Program.
Prepares the clinic at the start of each day and secures all medical items prior to departure. Performs daily 360 external walk‑around inspection of mobile clinic pre/post trip.
Assists patients entering and exiting the mobile health clinic, operates wheel‑chair lift and prepares patients for transport.
Conducts triage for all patients by checking vital signs, obtaining patient history and providing care through the entire visit; documents in the Electronic Medical Record and updates providers on patient needs. May have contact and/or access to minors and/or vulnerable persons within the MHC.
Manages the control of vaccines, provides patients with information and consent forms prior to vaccine administration.
Responsible for all lab specimens, ensuring specimens are labeled correctly and contacts lab for specimen pick‑up and result status if needed.
Inspects all medical equipment to ensure serviceability and compliance with safety and infection control regulations and standards.
Monitors inventory of supplies and informs management of any supplies needed and medications that will be expiring.
Handles sterile equipment and tools following the correct sterilizing techniques. Responsible for delivering nonsterile tools to Ambulatory Care Center (ACC) for autoclaving and picking up tools once autoclaving is complete. Maintains Autoclaving Tools Log.
Monitors temperature control of refrigerator, freezer, and ambiance; receives notifications regarding temperature changes. Handles all IT equipment issues while on the MHC.
Ensures the safety of all FIU providers, students, staff and patients on the Mobile Health Center including FIU/NHELP Police contact as well as panic alarm testing.
Keeps records of daily procedures, vehicle maintenance logs including vaccine and medication logs, panic alarm, eye wash station, IT and AED, and reports any issues to management.
Responsible for fueling the MHC as well as adding water to the fresh water tank and checking gray water levels. Maintains records of all vehicle repairs, maintenance and reports any vehicle problems or issues to the Operations Manager or Clinical Director.
Performs other related duties as required or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited EMT Program. One (1) year of experience as a Licensed EMT.
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Emergency Medical Technician
Valid Florida Driver's License. CDL – Class E
Desired Qualifications
Driving experience with an Emergency Vehicle Operators Certification (EVOC) preferred.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
Must be able to recognize life‑threatening situations and must be knowledgeable in the treatment of such situations based on the paramedic scope of practice.
Job Category Staff
Advertised Salary $43,000 – $48,000
Work Schedule Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Driver's License Check
Fingerprinting Check
How To Apply Current Employee: Log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply. Attach electronic copies of resume/ curriculum vitae and cover letter in Word or PDF format. All applicants must complete the online application even when attaching a resume.
Prospective Employee: Create a registered account, provide an active e‑mail address. Attach electronic copies of resume and cover letter in Word or PDF format. All applicants must complete the online application including work history and educational details.
The posting will close at 12:00 am on the close date.
Vet Preference
Veterans with a VA service‑connected disability
Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service‑connected disability
Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service
Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service‑connected disability
A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification. Contact Talent Acquisition & Management at 305‑348‑2500 for questions.
Clery Notice In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
Pay Transparency Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Equal Opportunity Statement FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Higher Education
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Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university.
Job Summary
Operates the Mobile Health Clinic (MHC) to and from Florida International University (FIU) locations as requested by the MHC Program.
Prepares the clinic at the start of each day and secures all medical items prior to departure. Performs daily 360 external walk‑around inspection of mobile clinic pre/post trip.
Assists patients entering and exiting the mobile health clinic, operates wheel‑chair lift and prepares patients for transport.
Conducts triage for all patients by checking vital signs, obtaining patient history and providing care through the entire visit; documents in the Electronic Medical Record and updates providers on patient needs. May have contact and/or access to minors and/or vulnerable persons within the MHC.
Manages the control of vaccines, provides patients with information and consent forms prior to vaccine administration.
Responsible for all lab specimens, ensuring specimens are labeled correctly and contacts lab for specimen pick‑up and result status if needed.
Inspects all medical equipment to ensure serviceability and compliance with safety and infection control regulations and standards.
Monitors inventory of supplies and informs management of any supplies needed and medications that will be expiring.
Handles sterile equipment and tools following the correct sterilizing techniques. Responsible for delivering nonsterile tools to Ambulatory Care Center (ACC) for autoclaving and picking up tools once autoclaving is complete. Maintains Autoclaving Tools Log.
Monitors temperature control of refrigerator, freezer, and ambiance; receives notifications regarding temperature changes. Handles all IT equipment issues while on the MHC.
Ensures the safety of all FIU providers, students, staff and patients on the Mobile Health Center including FIU/NHELP Police contact as well as panic alarm testing.
Keeps records of daily procedures, vehicle maintenance logs including vaccine and medication logs, panic alarm, eye wash station, IT and AED, and reports any issues to management.
Responsible for fueling the MHC as well as adding water to the fresh water tank and checking gray water levels. Maintains records of all vehicle repairs, maintenance and reports any vehicle problems or issues to the Operations Manager or Clinical Director.
Performs other related duties as required or directed. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited EMT Program. One (1) year of experience as a Licensed EMT.
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Emergency Medical Technician
Valid Florida Driver's License. CDL – Class E
Desired Qualifications
Driving experience with an Emergency Vehicle Operators Certification (EVOC) preferred.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support preferred.
Must be able to recognize life‑threatening situations and must be knowledgeable in the treatment of such situations based on the paramedic scope of practice.
Job Category Staff
Advertised Salary $43,000 – $48,000
Work Schedule Begin time: 8:30 AM End time: 5:00 PM
Pre‑Employment Requirements
Criminal Background Check
Driver's License Check
Fingerprinting Check
How To Apply Current Employee: Log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply. Attach electronic copies of resume/ curriculum vitae and cover letter in Word or PDF format. All applicants must complete the online application even when attaching a resume.
Prospective Employee: Create a registered account, provide an active e‑mail address. Attach electronic copies of resume and cover letter in Word or PDF format. All applicants must complete the online application including work history and educational details.
The posting will close at 12:00 am on the close date.
Vet Preference
Veterans with a VA service‑connected disability
Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service‑connected disability
Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service
Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service‑connected disability
A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification. Contact Talent Acquisition & Management at 305‑348‑2500 for questions.
Clery Notice In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.
Pay Transparency Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.
Equal Opportunity Statement FIU is a State University System of Florida member, Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, and Affirmative Action Employer for individuals with disabilities and veterans. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination, contact FIU's Office of Civil Rights Compliance and Accessibility at 305.348.2785 or email ocrca@fiu.edu.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Higher Education
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Florida International University by 2×.
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