Paramedic (Emergency medical services) Per Diem Night shift

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking skilled professionals to deliver advanced life support care in a dynamic pre-hospital emergency setting. The role requires a blend of technical expertise and interpersonal skills to effectively manage patient care, especially in high-pressure situations. Candidates must possess a strong educational background in emergency medical services, including necessary certifications. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient lives while working within a collaborative health system. If you're adaptable and thrive in challenging environments, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 5 years of relevant experience required.
• National Registry Paramedic or New Jersey State Certified MICP required.

Responsibilities

• Render basic and advanced life support care in pre-hospital emergency care.
• Function competently in stressful situations and changing work environments.

Skills

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Adaptability

Attention to Detail

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

National Registry Paramedic

New Jersey State Certified MICP

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

ICS - 100 Certification

ICS - 200 Certification

ICS - 700 Certification

ICS - 800 Certification

Job description

Position Summary

Performs professional and technical duties to render basic and advanced life support care in the pre-hospital emergency care setting.

Education

Associates degree OR 5 years of relevant experience required. Bachelor's degree preferred. National Registry Paramedic or New Jersey State Certified MICP required. BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required. ICS - 100, 200, 700, 800 certifications required.

Experience

Minimum one year experience in the pre-hospital or emergency transportation field.

Skills

Current and valid driver's license. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 1-13, including demonstrating an acceptable driving record as long as driving remains a job responsibility. Highly adaptable with strong interpersonal skills, sound written and verbal communication skills. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing tasks without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment, including working with patients with acute, chronic, and complex disease processes, and those who are dying. Ability to work cooperatively within the health system, with patients and family members, and with multidisciplinary team members. Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills effectively, problem solve, and deliver care.

Job Location

599 Valley Health Plaza

Shift

Night (United States of America)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, hereditary traits, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, military service, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran's status, or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable laws. This applies to all employment areas, including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, termination, benefits, and other employment conditions.