EMT

RWJBarnabas Health

Jersey City (NJ)

On-site

USD 31,684 - 35,004

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Wellness Programs

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health seeks an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide essential Basic Life Support (BLS) services at Jersey City Medical Center. The ideal candidate will support patient care while ensuring compliance with health protocols. Opportunities for advancement and benefits are available, including medical insurance and paid time off.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age.
Current Driver’s License required.
New Jersey EMT Certification needed.

Responsibilities

Provide Basic Life Support (BLS) services to patients.
Complete patient care documentation according to protocols.
Maintain compliance with health regulations and requirements.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Professionalism

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Associate Degree

Job description

Job Title: EMT

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: MH Hudson BLS Emergency

Req #: 0000208456

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $23.00 - $25.41 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.

Job Overview:

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

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 ICS 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 ICS 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
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.
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. Per Diems are tied only to their home region, and may choose to work dayshift, nightshift, and wherever they prefer- in terms of Station/Unit.
- Per Diem Employees must maintain their minimum required shifts.
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.
- Part Time employees must work 24 hours per week.
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.
- Full Time employees must work 36 hours per week.

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:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: