Technician I FT Days UCHC SWSP

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Technician I to join their team at Southwoods State Prison. This full-time role involves providing essential medical support, including taking vital signs, assisting with patient procedures, and maintaining medical supplies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in healthcare, with certifications as a CMA, EMT, or CNA. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a correctional health setting, ensuring quality care for inmates while working in a collaborative environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to take on new challenges, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits

Paid Time Off

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and document in EMR.
• Assist physician with procedures and examinations.
• Maintain supply stock in Health Service Unit.

Skills

Patient Care

EMR Documentation

Specimen Collection

Vital Signs Measurement

Education

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA)

Tools

Electronic Medical Records (EMR)

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Technician I FT Days UCHC SWSP
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 include:

• Taking vital signs, height, and weight, and documenting in electronic medical records (EMR).
• Assisting the physician/associate practitioner with procedures, including preparing the inmate for examinations.
• Obtaining specimen collection and handling, including drawing blood.
• Assisting with cleaning, sterilization, and securing of equipment within the Health Service Unit.
• Maintaining or assisting in maintaining the supply stock in the Health Service Unit by ordering appropriately and timely.
• Maintaining supply stock in examination rooms.
• Aggregating medication orders and forwarding them to the pharmacy provider/local pharmacy.

Position Details

Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week	40
Daily Work Shift	Day
Work Arrangement	This position requires a full onsite work arrangement
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	137
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	$19.02
Annual Mid Range Salary	$19.52
Annual Maximum Salary	$20.11
Standard Hours	40.00
Union Description	Teamsters 97
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft

Benefits

Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please visit http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview.

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience:

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

Certifications/Licenses:

• CPR Certification
• Valid Driver's License and own vehicle or alternative transportation required.

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Must have the physical capacity to perform CPR for at least 10 minutes and assist in lifting and rotating patients up to 50 pounds.

Special Conditions:

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

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

Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy, vaccination against Seasonal Influenza may be required during Flu Season unless exempted for medical or religious reasons.

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, regardless of protected categories. For more information, see the Non-Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement.