Paramedic Full-time Day Shift

Virtua Health; Voorhees Township (NJ); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Life insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health in New Jersey seeks an experienced paramedic to join our MICU team. You will perform advanced life support, respond to 911 calls, assess, treat, and transport patients under state protocols and medical command, while ensuring compassionate, efficient care.

The role requires NJ paramedic certification or Virtua MICN endorsement, BLS/ACLS, and PALS or PEPP, EVOC, a valid driver’s license, plus annual clinical competencies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of a recognized Paramedic Training Program.
• NJ paramedic certification or Virtua MICN endorsement.
• BLS CPR certification.
• ACLS certification.
• PALS or PEPP certification.
• EVOC certification.
• Valid driver’s license; must be 18+.
• Annual clinical competencies and required trainings.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive patient assessments and ALS interventions under NJ Protocols.
• Documents assessments, interventions, and transfers using ePCR; meets QA standards.
• Operates MICU vehicle safely and in line with laws and policies.
• Performs shift-start vehicle/equipment checks; restocks as needed.
• Maintains Virtua medical equipment, vehicles, and facilities; follows infection control.
• Mentors students and trainees; supports professionalism, teamwork, safety.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Documentation accuracy

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Paramedic Training Program graduate

Tools

ePCR system

Job description

Summary

Provides high-quality, advanced-level pre-hospital emergency medical care as part of a dynamic and high-performance team. Responds to 911 calls, assesses, treats, and transports patients in accordance with state protocols and medical command directives. Ensures compassionate and efficient care for patients in emergency settings. Operates MICU vehicles safely and professionally, maintains equipment readiness, and ensures accurate documentation. Works in a fast-paced, high-impact environment with minimal supervision to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Position Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive patient assessments and provides advanced life support (ALS) interventions in accordance with New Jersey Statewide EMS Protocols and medical command directives. Administers high-quality, evidence-based care in a dynamic and high-stress environment.
• Accurately and thoroughly documents patient assessments, interventions, patient responses, and transfer of care details using the department’s electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) system. Ensures all documentation meets regulatory, quality assurance, and legal standards. Promptly responds to quality assurance and medical oversight requests.
• Operates a MICU vehicle safely and professionally in accordance with New Jersey motor vehicle laws and department driving policies. Demonstrates defensive driving techniques, maintains situational awareness, and ensures the vehicle remains operational, fueled, and properly equipped. Reports any mechanical or operational issues promptly.
• Conducts and documents vehicle and equipment check at the start of each shift. Ensures vehicles are properly stocked, equipment is in working order, and supplies are replenished as needed. Reports shortages and operational concerns to department management.
• Maintains all Virtua-owned medical equipment, vehicles, and facilities in a safe, clean, and organized manner. Follows all infection control protocols and ensures proper decontamination of the equipment after each patient encounter.
• Actively participates in the education and training of students, newly hired staff, and inter-agency personnel. Provides mentorship, monitors student and trainee performance, and offers constructive feedback to enhance clinical competency. Serves as a role model in professionalism, teamwork, safety, and patient care excellence.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

Previous BLS or ALS-level experience OR previous SCT-RN experience with a Virtua MICN endorsement.

Required Education

• High school diploma or GED required
• Graduate of a recognized Paramedic Training Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

• Current New Jersey paramedic certification issued by the NJ Department of Health or a Virtua MICN endorsement.
• Current BLS CPR certification (American Heart Association or equivalent).
• Current American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Current American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support (PALS) or American Academy of Pediatrics PEPP certification.
• Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) certification.
• Valid driver’s license required. Must be at least 18 years of age and meet insurance requirements.
• Must complete annual clinical competencies, Fit Test, PPD screening, AMOC training, and any other required training by designated deadlines.

For Special Operations opportunity, see departmental policy “Special Operations Paramedic - Team Membership” for requirements.

Salary

$30.37 - $47.20 Hourly

Benefits

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability
• colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance
• an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions

Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.