PARAMEDIC (FULL-TIME)

JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Paramedic to join their team in providing exceptional emergency care. This full-time role involves delivering advanced life support services and ensuring the safe transportation of patients in various settings. The ideal candidate will possess critical thinking skills, communicate effectively with patients, and coordinate seamlessly with healthcare providers. Join a collaborative environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on community health and safety. This position offers competitive benefits and the opportunity to grow within a supportive team dedicated to transforming healthcare.

Qualifications

• Must have Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic Certification.
• Excellent communication and computer skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality pre-hospital care and transport patients safely.
• Respond promptly to emergency calls and support healthcare providers.

Skills

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Documentation Skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

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Paramedic (Full-Time)

HACKENSACK UNIVERSITY MED CNTR Hackensack, New Jersey

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• Requisition # 2025-163871
• Shift: Day
• Status: Full Time with Benefits

Overview

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Paramedic is responsible for providing Advanced Life Support (ALS) services. Provides quality pre-hospital care to individuals of all age groups when delivering emergency care and transportation. Ensures the safe and prompt transportation of patients while maintaining professionalism. This role may involve working in hazardous conditions and uncontrolled environments while wearing appropriate PPE. It requires critical thinking skills to assess, triage, communicate, treat, and transport patients of all ages in various settings, including emergency and non-emergency transport, standby and special events. The paramedic must coordinate seamlessly with other emergency agencies and healthcare providers. All patient care reports must be completed accurately, and daily operational tasks are expected in support of the department. Actions must comply with New Jersey Guidelines (N.J.A.C. 8:41), HMH protocols, policies, and procedures for ALS services.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to calls.
• Support public safety personnel and healthcare providers in patient care.
• Perform assessments and use critical thinking to determine treatment needs.
• Modify and deliver care tailored to patient needs, including communication at their level.
• Provide effective pre-hospital care, gather essential data, and document thoroughly.
• Attend to patient comfort during transport in all weather conditions.
• Operate motor vehicles safely, following laws and HMH policies.
• Conduct daily vehicle and equipment checks.
• Maintain vehicle cleanliness and proper functioning of equipment.
• Use wireless communication professionally.
• Participate in Quality Assurance programs and provide complete handoffs.
• Complete patient care reports timely and accurately.
• Document controlled substances and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
• Report incidents and maintain supplies.
• Provide education and stay current with policies, regulations, and certifications.
• Ensure certifications are current and notify leadership of any issues.
• Maintain clinical competency through training and reviews.
• Deliver excellent customer service and support team training when assigned.
• Behave professionally in accordance with HMH Code of Conduct.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School diploma or GED.
• Incident Command System training (ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700, IS-800.D).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Proficient in computer skills, including Microsoft Office or Google Suite.

Preferred:

• Associate's degree.

Licenses and Certifications

• Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic Certification, National Registry EMT-Paramedic, or MICN.
• AHA BLS HCP, ACLS, PALS certifications.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator certification within 90 days.
• Trauma Life Support certifications within 6 months.

Contacts

All HMH personnel, healthcare providers, public safety personnel, officials, and the public.

Working Conditions

• Ability to lift and carry patients and equipment, climb in/out of ambulances, and work in tight spaces.
• Lift a minimum of 100 lbs., push/pull 100 lbs., stand for at least 4 hours daily.