EMT

RWJBarnabas Health; Chrome (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off including Vacation

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey is hiring an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to deliver Basic Life Support (BLS) services. The role requires a valid EMT certification, excellent communication skills, and responsibilities include operating vehicles and completing patient care documentation.

Candidates must be at least 18 years old, and a high school diploma or GED is required. Additional benefits include paid time off, retirement plans, medical insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Current Driver's License and must satisfy the current vehicle insurance company's requirements.
• New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, or National Registry EMT Certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide Basic Life Support (BLS) services to patients.
• Operate vehicles in accordance with NJ Motor Vehicle Laws.
• Complete patient care documentation as required.

Skills

BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)

Communication Skills

Vehicle Operation

Patient Care Protocols

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Associates Degree (Preferred)

Tools

Emergency Medical Equipment

Communication Devices

Job description

Job Overview

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will provide Basic Life Support (BLS) services to patients.

Responsibilities

• Operate department vehicles in accordance with all applicable NJ Motor Vehicle Laws and MH driving related policies.
• Provide treatment in accordance with established patient care protocols.
• Complete all patient care documentation in accordance with the MH Documentation Procedure.
• Notify Supervisor of any deficiencies regarding maintenance, equipment, or supplies and of any unusual circumstances.
• Interact professionally with partners, patients, management, colleagues from other EMS agencies, public safety personnel, and other healthcare providers.
• Perform routine duties intended to keep themselves safe and facilitate patient care, including vehicle inspections, maintenance requests, certification submissions, and compliance with employee health requirements such as TB testing and N95 fit testing.
• Perform other duties as required or requested by MH management necessary to the function of the organization.

Qualifications

Required:

• Must be 18 years of age.
• High School Graduate or GED.
• Current Driver's License and must satisfy the current vehicle insurance company's requirements.
• New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, or National Registry EMT Certification.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR).
• Hazmat Awareness Certification.
• Must possess ISC 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800.
• Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training.

Preferred:

• PHTLS/ITLS.
• Associate Degree.

Certifications and Licenses Required

• New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, or National Registry EMT Certification.
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR).
• Hazmat Awareness Certification.
• Must possess ISC 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800.
• Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training.

Essential Functions

• Conducts self in a professional, dignified, and compassionate manner at all times.
• Capable of communicating clearly, effectively, professionally, and in the English language via written and verbal means.
• Notifies Supervisor of any deficiencies regarding maintenance, equipment, or supplies.
• Notifies Supervisor immediately of any unusual circumstances.
• Provides treatment in accordance with established patient care protocols.
• Operates department vehicles in accordance with all applicable NJ Motor Vehicle Laws and MH driving related policies.
• Required to complete department specific continuing programs in addition to those required by the State of New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services.
• Expected to complete all patient care documentation in accordance with the MH Documentation Procedure.
• Interacts professionally with partners, patients, management, colleagues from other EMS agencies, public safety personnel, and other healthcare providers and members of the public.
• Expected to perform routine duties intended to keep them safe and facilitate their ability to provide patient care.
• Includes completing vehicle inspection forms and vehicle maintenance requests, submitting copies of required certifications prior to their due date, remaining compliant with hospital Employee Health requirements such as TB testing and N95 fit testing, and completing hospital-required processes such as annual employee self‑evaluations and employee engagement surveys in a timely manner.
• Performs other duties as required or requested by MH management, necessary to the function of the organization.

Scheduling Requirements

• Per Diem – The employee must provide 10 shifts of availability and work 6 shifts over 3 months. Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum shifts must be within the region applicant is hired within.
• Part Time – The employee is assigned two regularly scheduled shifts per week, for a total of 4 shifts over 2 weeks, with at least 2 of the 4 shifts required to be a weekend, in the region they are hired into.
• Full Time – The employee is assigned 3 shifts a week, with weekend requirements, in the region they are hired into. This assignment consists of a rotating Pitman schedule.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon
• and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer.