St. Mary's Medical Center in West Palm Beach, Florida is seeking a licensed Paramedic to join its Emergency Department team on a per diem basis. This 420-bed Level 1 Trauma Center — part of the Palm Beach Health Network — is one of the most clinically complex acute care environments in South Florida, serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast for more than 80 years. The position offers direct patient care support alongside RN-led teams in a high-acuity setting that includes a state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center and a Comprehensive Stroke Center.
Perks and Benefits
- Per diem employment with an 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM shift structure
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance (eligibility based on employment status)
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Health savings accounts (HSA); healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts (FSA)
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Employee Assistance Program and employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare assistance, auto and home insurance
Practice Highlights
- 420-bed acute care hospital with more than 80 years of service to Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast
- Designated Level 1 Trauma Center — the highest level of trauma designation — with 24/7 trauma capability
- State-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center with 24/7 dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care
- Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center
- Level III NICU on campus
- Palm Beach Children's Hospital at St. Mary's Medical Center — the only dedicated children's hospital between Fort Lauderdale and Orlando — with 196 pediatricians across 36 subspecialties
- Paramedic works under RN direction within full scope of paramedic practice, contributing to direct patient care, environmental safety, and unit support functions including stocking and secretarial assistance as needed
- Part of the Palm Beach Health Network, a regional integrated health system
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required
- Active Florida Paramedic license required
- BLS/CPR certification through the American Heart Association
- ACLS and PALS certification through the American Heart Association
- Healthy Interventions training required within 30 days of hire
- No prior clinical experience required — new paramedics are welcome to apply
About the Community
West Palm Beach sits on Florida's Atlantic coast, offering year-round sunshine, waterfront living, and a vibrant arts and dining scene anchored by Clematis Street and the Northwood Village district. Palm Beach County is known for its excellent public and private school options, low state income tax, and easy access to both Miami and Orlando via I-95 and the Florida Turnpike. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy world-class boating, fishing, golf, and beach access — all within minutes of the hospital campus.