Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Per-Diem

Englewood Health; Englewood (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Job summary

Englewood Health in Englewood, NJ seeks an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) per-diem to provide prompt, compassionate pre-hospital care and safe patient transport. You’ll work in fast-paced ambulance services, assessing patients and delivering care within scope of practice.

The role emphasizes strong teamwork, clear communication, and the ability to handle on-call rotations, weekends, and holidays while maintaining high professional standards. Per-diem shift opportunities exist.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of emergency medical procedures, patient assessment techniques, and medical equipment
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency and stressful situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, healthcare providers, and emergency personnel
• Ability to lift, carry, and move patients and equipment, and perform the physical demands of emergency response work
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and documentation skills
• Availability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt, compassionate emergency medical care and assist in stabilizing patients
• Assess patient conditions, respond to medical complaints, and transport to healthcare facilities
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes

Skills

Emergency medical procedures

Patient assessment

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Lifting and transfer

Documentation

Shift work availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Per-Diem

Englewood Health, is a leading healthcare system comprising Englewood Hospital and the Englewood Health Physician Network, is committed to delivering exceptional patient care across northern New Jersey. We are dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member can bring their skills, creative ideas, positive approaches, and transforming the lives of patients and the communities we serve.

Job Summary: The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides prompt, compassionate, and professional emergency medical care to individuals who are sick, injured, or disabled. Working in fast-paced and high-pressure environments, the EMT assesses patient conditions, responds to signs, symptoms, and medical complaints, administers appropriate pre-hospital treatment within scope of practice, and ensures safe transportation to or between healthcare facilities. The EMT plays a critical role in stabilizing patients, monitoring their condition during transport, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to support positive patient outcomes.

Department: BLS Ambulance Services

Location: Englewood, NJ

Status: Per diem

Hours: 12 hours

Job Qualifications:

• Knowledge of emergency medical procedures, patient assessment techniques, and medical equipment
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in emergency and stressful situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, healthcare providers, and emergency personnel
• Ability to lift, carry, and move patients and equipment, and perform the physical demands of emergency response work
• Strong problem-solving, teamwork, and documentation skills
• Availability to work rotating shifts, weekends, holidays, and on-call assignments as needed

Education Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

License/Certification/Registry:

• Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification/licensure in accordance with state and local regulations
• Valid driver's license and ability to operate emergency vehicles safely
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR certification; Advanced Life Support (ALS) knowledge preferred

Why join Englewood Health?

• Be a part of a respected growing healthcare organization
• Work alongside dedicated professionals committed to exceptional patient care
• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and the communities we serve

Englewood Health job postings provide a minimum rate to comply with new Jersey Law. The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc. The minimum rate does not include bonuses/incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation. In addition to the minimum rate, eligible employees may receive comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other wellness resources.
Minimum rate: $21.50