EMT

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 3,324,000 - 3,675,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Opportunities to Advance from BLS to *

Free CEUs and ABC cores for recert

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at Jersey City Medical Center in the MH Hudson BLS Emergency department. The role supports Basic Life Support services and offers pathways to pursue ALS with our Training Center.

Evening shift, hourly status, pay range $24.13–$26.68 per hour, with full benefits for part-time staff. Compliance with NJ EMS requirements and ongoing certifications is required.

Qualifications

• 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 ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800.
• Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training.

Responsibilities

• Provides Basic Life Support (BLS) services to patients as part of the MH Hudson BLS Emergency team.
• Notifies Supervisor of deficiencies regarding equipment, maintenance, or supplies.
• Notifies Supervisor of unusual circumstances and ensures patient care documentation.
• Operates department vehicles in accordance with NJ Motor Vehicle Laws and MH driving policies.
• Completes required department continuing programs and hospital-required processes.
• Interacts professionally with partners, patients, management, and public safety personnel.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

EMT Certification

High School Diploma or GED

BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)

Hazmat Awareness

ICS 100/200, NIMS 700/800

Weapons of Mass Destruction / CBRNE Awareness

Job description

Job Title: EMT

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: MH Hudson BLS Emergency

Req #: 0000264223

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $24.13 - $26.68 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Setting the Stage:

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

• Opportunities to Advance from BLS to ALS with our Training Center
• Free CEU's and ABC cores for recertification
• Looking for Part Time (24 hours a week)? We offer full benefits to Part-Time employees!
• World class work experience for all employees

A Typical Day:

• 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
• This includes but is not limited to: 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.

This Role Might Be For You If

• You are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care
• You thrive in a fast-paced healthcare environment
• You have strong technical skills and attention to detail
• You enjoy working collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• You are committed to patient safety

To Be Considered:

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 possessICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800
• Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training

Preferred:

• PHTLS/ITLS
• Associate Degree