Paramedic

RWJBarnabas Health; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Disability Coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Discounts & Partnerships

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in Jersey City is seeking a Paramedic for the Jersey City Medical Center, MH Hudson MICU. This full-time, day-shift position focuses on delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced EMS environment.

Ideal candidates will hold NJ or NR paramedic certification (reciprocity eligible), BLS/ACLS/PALS, Hazmat awareness, ICS/NIMS training, and be at least 18 with a high school diploma. Competitive hourly pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with 18+ years of age.
• NJ Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification (eligible for reciprocity).
• American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and PALS for Healthcare Providers.
• Hazmat Awareness Certification; ICS-100/200 and NIMS-700/800.
• Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care within established protocols for EMS.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with team and patients in English.
• Perform vehicle inspections, documentation, and ensure certifications are current.
• Operate department vehicles according to NJ laws and MH policies.
• Maintain compliance with hospital health requirements and annual evaluations.

Skills

Communication skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate Degree

Job description

Req #: 0000265938

Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJBH Mobile Health (EMS)

Department: MH Hudson MICU

Pay Range: $36.98 - $45.72 per hour

Location: 415 Montgomery Street, Jersey CIty, NJ 07302

Job Title: Paramedic

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: MH Hudson MICU

Req #: 0000265938

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $36.98 - $45.72 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

• Opportunities for Fulltime Retention Agreement- paid at 1 year, 3 years and 5 years.
• Free CEU’s and courses for recertification
• Looking for Part Time (24 h/wk)? 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

Required

• High School Graduate or GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Current Driver s License and must satisfy the current vehicle insurance company s requirements
• NJ Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification (eligible for reciprocity)
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)
• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• Hazmat Awareness CertificationMust possess ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800
• Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training

Preferred

• PHTLS/ITLS
• Associate Degree

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer