Technician I FT Eves UCHC STU

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, and dental

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time UCHC Technician I for the Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center in Avenel, NJ. The technician participates in a clinical and administrative medical team, takes vitals and assists with exams and procedures.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, equipment sterilization, and managing stock and medication orders to support patient care in a correctional health setting.

Qualifications

• CMA, EMT or CNA certification required.
• At least two years of healthcare experience in multiple areas.
• CPR certification is required.
• Valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs, height, weight, and document in EMR.
• Assist physician/PA with procedures and patient preparation.
• Obtain specimen collection and handling, including blood draws.
• Assist with cleaning, sterilization and securing of equipment in Health Service Unit.
• Maintain supply stock and coordinate medication orders with pharmacy.

Skills

CPR Certification

Valid Driver's License

Education

CMA

EMT

CNA

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

• Recruitment/Posting Title: Technician I FT Eves UCHC STU
• Job Category: Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting
• Department: UCHC Adult Treatment Center Ph
• FLSA: Nonexempt
• 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: Rutgers provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The specific benefits vary based on the position and may include:
  • 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: Evening
• 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

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 UCHC Technician I for the Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center located in Avenel, NJ. The UCHC Technician I participates as a member of the clinical and administrative medical team at the Prison.

• 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.

Qualifications

• 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 and demonstrating competencies to perform the essential duties of the position.
• CPR Certification
• Valid Driver's License is required. Must possess own vehicle or alternative meansof 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: 26ST0902
• Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)
• Home Location Campus: Off Campus
• City: Avenel
• State: NJ
• Location Details: Adult Diagnostic Treatment Center located in Avenel, 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. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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