Technician I FT Days UCHC SWSP

Rutgers University; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in correctional healthcare is seeking a dedicated Technician I to join their team at Southwoods State Prison. This full-time role involves vital responsibilities such as taking vital signs, assisting medical professionals, and managing medical supplies. The ideal candidate will possess a valid medical certification and have a passion for providing compassionate care in a challenging environment. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact while working within a supportive team, this opportunity offers a chance to contribute to the health and well-being of individuals in the correctional system.

Qualifications

• Requires valid CMA, EMT, or CNA certification.
• Must have at least 2 years of relevant healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs and documents in EMR.
• Assists with medical procedures and specimen collection.
• Maintains supply stock and equipment in the Health Service Unit.

Skills

Patient Care

Vital Signs Measurement

Specimen Collection

Medical Record Documentation

Equipment Sterilization

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-South Woods 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 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 Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, 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: Day

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

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

• 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 Number: 25ST0718

City: Bridgeton

State: NJ

Location Details: Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings. Immunization Requirements: Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption.

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.

As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment.

For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification?
• * 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?
• * 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?

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application