EMT - Ground Transportation Nights - SCTU Transport 7p-7a

Inspira Health Network; Millville (NJ); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Health Network seeks an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to deliver prehospital care and patient transport within the DEMS system. The role covers patients of all ages and includes inter-facility transfers under medical direction.

Candidates must hold NJ EMT certification, BLS, and a valid driver's license; PHTLS/PEEP certifications are preferred to enhance readiness for mutual aid and comprehensive emergency responses.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• NJ EMT certification required and valid driver's license.
• Current BLS certification required; PHTLS/PEEP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide prehospital care and transport for patients of all ages.
• Perform inter-facility transport as directed within the DEMS system.
• Respond to mutual aid requests and cooperate with nearby services as needed.

Skills

EMT Certification (NJ)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Driver's License

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

PHTLS

PEEP

Job description

MAJOR FUNCTION:The Department of Emergency Medical Services Emergency Medical Technician (DEMS/EMT) provides prehospital care and/or transport to individuals of sudden illness or injury in the designated service and hospitals areas of the DEMS system. The DEMS/EMT will provide inter-facility transport to those individuals needing movement between healthcare facilities as directed. The DEMS/EMT will provide appropriate mutual aid assistance when requested by adjacent services when appropriate.The EMT demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to patients of all ages, inclusive of neonates, infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. Additionally, the EMT demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possesses the ability to access data reflective of the patient's status, and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirement relative to his or her age-specific needs.QUALIFICATIONS:Education & Experience:High School Diploma or equivalent required.Preference will be given to those with prior work experience.Certification/Licensure:The employee will be a certified Emergency Medical Technician as recognized by the New Jersey State Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services, as defined by N.J.A.C. Chapter 40.Additionally, the employee will maintain current certification in Basic Life Support (American Heart Association).Additional certifications (PHTLS and PEEP) are preferred.Must possess a valid driver's license, in good standing.Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)LiftingCStandingCSittingCLifting 20-50lbsCClimbingCKneelingCLifting>50lbsCCrouchingCReachingCCarryingCHearingCWalkingCPushingCTalkingCVisionCEnvironmental Conditions:NoiseCVaried TemperaturesCCleaning AgentsONoxious odorsFPatient ExposureCOperative EquipmentOBENEFITS INFORMATION:Click Here to Review Our Great Benefits Offerings?>At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.