Technician I FT Days-UCHC NSP (Multiple Vacancies)

Rutgers University; Newark, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Technician I for Northern State Prison, Newark, NJ. The technician participates as part of the clinical and administrative medical team, taking vital signs, assisting with procedures, and managing specimen collection and medication orders.

Requirements include CMA/EMT/CNA certification, CPR, and at least two years of healthcare experience. This is a full-time, on-site position with benefits and a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• CMA, EMT or CNA certification is required.
• At least two (2) years of progressively more responsible healthcare experience.
• CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver’s license and own vehicle or reliable transportation to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, height/weight and document in EMR.
• Assist physician/APP with procedures and prepare inmates for examinations.
• Obtain specimen collection and handling, including blood draws.
• Assist with cleaning, sterilization and securing equipment in Health Service Unit.
• Maintain or assist in stock of supplies and order appropriately.
• Aggregate medication orders and forward to pharmacy provider.

Skills

Two years healthcare experience

Education

CMA certification

EMT certification

CNA certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Job Category

Job Category Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting

Department

Department UCHC Northern State Prison Phy_DUP

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 and celebrating a milestone 250th anniversary in 2016, the university is the eighth oldest higher education institution in the United States. More than 67,000 students and 22,000 faculty and staff learn, work, and serve the public at Rutgers locations across New Jersey and around the world.

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. Among the duties for the 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.
• Maintains the supply stock in the examination rooms.
• Aggregates the orders of all medications and forwards to the pharmacy provider / local pharmacy.

Grade

137

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

21.040

Mid Range Salary

21.540

Maximum Salary

22.190

Offer Information

The final salary offer may be determined by several factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and expertise, and availability of department or grant funds to support the position. We also take into consideration market benchmarks, if and when appropriate, and internal equity to ensure fair compensation relative to the university’s broader compensation structure. We are committed to offering competitive and flexible compensation packages to attract and retain top talent.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, and dental coverage
• Paid vacation, holidays, and various leave programs
• Competitive retirement benefits, including defined contribution plans and voluntary tax-deferred savings options
• Employee and dependent educational benefits (when applicable)
• Life insurance coverage
• Employee discount programs

Position Status

Full Time

Working Hours

40

Standard Hours

40.00

Daily Work Shift

Day

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description

Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

PERS

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.

Posting Number

26ST0684

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Newark

State

NJ

Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ

Northern State Prison, located in Newark, NJ

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. As an institution, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Nurse Assistant(CNA) certification?
  • EMT
  • CNA (Certified Nursing Assistant)
  • CMA (Certififed Medical Assistant)
• * Do you have 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?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently CPR Certified?
  • yes
  • no
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Additional Information

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