Technician I FT Eves UCHC STU

Rutgers University; Port Reading (NJ); On-site; USD 21,040 - 22,190; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

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 UCHC Technician I participates as a member of the clinical and administrative medical team at the Prison.

The role supports clinical tasks and administrative duties, including vital signs, specimen collection, and medication coordination. Evening shift; full-time onsite position with union support.

Qualifications

• Two years in healthcare with cross-functional exposure.
• CMA, EMT, or CNA certification is required or preferred.
• CPR certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Take vital signs and document in EMR.
• Assist physician with procedures and prepare inmate for examination.
• Perform specimen collection including drawing blood.
• Maintain and sterilize equipment in Health Service Unit.
• Manage supply stock and order replenishments.
• Coordinate medication orders with pharmacy.

Skills

Vital signs

EMR documentation

Medical assistance

Phlebotomy

Education

CMA

EMT

CNA

Tools

EMR system

Medical equipment sterilization

Job description

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.

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.

Qualifications

Maximum Education and Experience: 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.

• Valid Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification.
• 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.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 100.3.1, if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted a medical or religious exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination or an exemption may result in rescission of an offer or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Salary Details

Grade: 137

Minimum Salary: 21.040

Mid Range Salary: 21.540

Maximum Salary: 22.190

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

Weekday hours: 40 hours per week (Standard Hours 40.00)

Daily Work Shift: Evening

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

Union

Teamsters 97

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information, or any other category protected by law. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement.