Technician I FT Days UCHC BSP

Rutgers University; New Jersey; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated UCHC Technician I for Bayside State Prison. This role is integral to the clinical and administrative medical team, where you'll provide essential patient care, including taking vital signs and assisting with medical procedures. As part of a compassionate and effective healthcare delivery system, you will help ensure that individuals in the correctional system receive high-quality care. If you have a passion for healthcare and a commitment to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in a unique environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and document in EMR.
• Assist physician with procedures and patient preparation.
• Maintain supply stock and aggregate medication orders.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Specimen Collection

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

CPR

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Tools

Medical Equipment

Job description

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Job Category: Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting

Department: UCHC-Ph-Bayside 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.

We Care. We Teach. We Heal. We Improve.

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. Established in 1766, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States.

Posting Summary

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

Among the duties for this position are:

• 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.
• Aggregates the orders of all medications and forwards to the pharmacy provider/local pharmacy.

Position Status

Position Status: Full Time

Hours Per Week: 40

Daily Work Shift: Day

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

Minimum Requirements

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

Certifications/Licenses

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

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.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 25ST0701

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Leesburg

State: NJ

Location Details: Bayside State Prison, located in Leesburg, NJ

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, or any other category protected by law.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification?
• * Do you have at least two (2) years of progressively more responsible related healthcare experience involving multiple areas of knowledge, skill and abilities?
• * Are you currently CPR Certified?
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application