Technician I Eves UCHC NSP (Multiple Vacancies)

Rutgers University; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a Full Time Technician I for Northern State Prison in Newark, NJ. This role involves taking vital signs, assisting with medical procedures, and managing supplies within the Health Service Unit. The ideal candidate will possess a valid medical certification and have at least two years of relevant healthcare experience. Join a dedicated team focused on providing compassionate care in a unique environment, where your skills will directly impact the well-being of individuals in the correctional system. If you are passionate about healthcare and committed to making a difference, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Must have valid CMA, EMT, or CNA certification.
• At least 2 years of healthcare experience required.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs and documents in EMR.
• Assists with medical procedures and specimen collection.
• Maintains supply stock and equipment cleanliness.

Skills

Vital Signs Measurement

Specimen Collection

Medical Record Documentation

Assisting with Medical Procedures

Supply Management

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

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Job Category

Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting

Department

UCHC-Ph-Northern State Prison

Overview

University Correctional Health Care (UCHC), operating within Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is dedicated to excellence in providing physical, mental health, dental and sex offender treatment services to those involved in the criminal justice systems in New Jersey. UCHC operates with a total budget of $150 million and approximately 1,000 staff.

We are committed to being a leader in the delivery of effective, compassionate and accessible care informed by research within correctional environments.

Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the state of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education.

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Technician I for Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ. The Technician I participates as a member of the clinical and administrative medical team at the Prison.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs, height and weight and documents in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Assists the physician/associate practitioner with procedures, including preparing the inmate for the examination.
• Obtains specimen collection and handling, including, but not limited to, drawing blood.
• Assists with the cleaning, sterilization and securing of equipment within the Health Service Unit.
• Maintains or assists in maintaining the supply stock in the Health Service Unit by ordering in a timely and appropriate manner.
• Maintains the supply stock in the examination rooms.
• Aggregates the orders of all medications and forwards to the pharmacy provider/local pharmacy.

Position Status

Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Daily Work Shift: Evening

Work Arrangement: This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification required.
• At least two (2) years of progressively more responsible related healthcare experience involving multiple areas of knowledge, skill and abilities and demonstrating competencies to perform the essential duties of the position.

Certifications/Licenses

• Valid Driver’s License is required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.
• CPR Certification.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

As a first responder, must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes. Physically able to assist in lifting and rotating patients who are unable to ambulate (up to 50 pounds).

Special Conditions

Must be approved by the Department of Corrections (DOC) and adhere to all DOC requirements.

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law.