Paramedic I - Full Time Night

Valley Health System; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated paramedic to provide critical care in emergency settings. This role involves performing both basic and advanced life support, requiring a blend of technical skills and the ability to function under pressure. Candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, along with the capacity to adapt to rapidly changing situations. Join a team that values excellence in patient care and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of those in need. If you are passionate about emergency medicine and thrive in dynamic environments, this position is an excellent fit for you.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or 5 years of relevant experience required.
• BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and advanced life support care in emergency settings.
• Respond quickly to emergency situations and work cooperatively with teams.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Written Communication

Verbal Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Adaptability

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree

National Registry Paramedic

New Jersey State Certified MICP

BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

ICS - 100, 200, 700, 800 Certifications

Tools

Emergency Medical Equipment

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. Bachelors 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.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

Driver's License - current and valid driver's license. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 1-13 including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job. Highly adaptable with strong interpersonal skills, sound written and verbal communication skills. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment related to changing patient needs, 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, perform job related responsibilities and respond quickly to emergency situations. Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills effectively, problem solve and deliver care.

Job Location: The Valley Hospital-Paramus

Shift: Night (United States of America)

EEO Statement:
Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.