EMT

RWJBarnabas Health; South Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advance from BLS to ALS

Free CEUs and ABC cores

Part-time benefits

Training Center

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Mobile Health division is seeking an EMT to provide Basic Life Support to patients in the MH Northern BLS Emergency program in New Jersey. This hourly role offers day shifts, competitive pay, and opportunities for CEUs.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, maintain patient care documentation, and advance from BLS to ALS through our Training Center. Additional benefits apply for part-time staff.

Qualifications

• Must hold EMT certification from NJ/NY/PA or National Registry.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider CPR required.
• Hazmat Awareness and NIMS/ICS certifications preferred.
• Must be 18+ and have a high school diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Provide Basic Life Support (BLS) to patients.
• Operate department vehicles following NJ Motor Vehicle Laws and MH policies.
• Complete patient care documentation per MH procedures.
• Engage in continuing education and recertification activities.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and communicate professionally in English.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Patient care

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or GED

New Jersey EMT Certification (NREMT)

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)

Hazmat Awareness Certification

IC 100, 200

NIMS 700, 800

Weapons of Mass Destruction / CBRNE Awareness

Job description

Job Title: EMT

Location: Mobile Health

Department Name: MH Northern BLS Emergency

Req #: 0000267077

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $24.72 - $27.34 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 possess IC 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800
• Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training

Preferred:

• PHTLS/ITLS
• Associate Degree