Healthcare jobs in Miami-Dade County, FL

  • Pet Sitter

    Pet Sitter

    Get paid to play with dogs. Become a pet sitter and connect with local dog and cat owners looking for ... read more

  • Nanny / Babysitter

    Nanny / Babysitter

    Do you like children? Work as a nanny / babysitter and take care of other people's children. read more

  • Senior care provider

    Senior care provider

    As a caregiver, you'll provide much-needed assistance with activities of daily living, such as bathing, ... read more

Healthcare job opportunities in Miami-Dade County

When it comes to job options in the healthcare industry, Miami-Dade County has a lot to offer. From hospitals and clinics to research facilities and pharmaceutical companies, there are plenty of opportunities for those looking to enter the healthcare field.

Healthcare jobs in Miami-Dade County, FL
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For those interested in working in a hospital setting, Jackson Memorial Hospital is one of the largest and most well-known hospitals in the area. Located in downtown Miami, this public hospital is part of the University of Miami Health System and is one of the teaching hospitals for the Miller School of Medicine. Jackson Memorial Hospital offers a wide range of services, including trauma care, burn care, and transplant services. With more than 1,800 beds, Jackson Memorial is one of the busiest hospitals in Florida and employs over 5,000 people.

Another option for those interested in working in a hospital setting is Baptist Health South Florida. This not-for-profit health system includes seven hospitals throughout Miami-Dade County: Baptist Hospital (Miami), Doctors Hospital (Coral Gables), Homestead Hospital (Homestead), Mariners Hospital (Taverier), South Dade Medical Center (Cutler Bay), West Kendall Baptist Hospital (West Kendall), and Fishermen's Community Hospital (Marathon). Baptist Health also operates several urgent care centers, primary care offices, specialty practices, outpatient surgery centers, and rehabilitation centers. With nearly 16,000 employees across all locations, Baptist Health is one of the largest employers in Miami-Dade County.

For those interested in working in a clinic setting rather than a hospital, there are many options available as well. One such option is UHealth Tower Clinic at Jackson Memorial Hospital. This multi-specialty clinic provides primary and specialty care services for patients referred by Jackson Memorial physicians or who self-refer themselves for general medical care. The UHealth Tower Clinic offers convenient walk-in appointments or scheduled appointments with extended evening and weekend hours to accommodate busy schedules. Other clinics worth considering include Mercy Hospice Care Center (Miami), Nicklaus Children's Urgent Care Centers (various locations throughout Miami-Dade County), Planned Parenthood Clinics(various locations throughout Miami-Dade County).

Those interested in working in research may want to consider employment at one of Miami's many research institutes or universities. The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center at University of Miami Miller School of Medicine is one such option.