Technician I FT Eves UCHC SWSP

Rutgers University; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vacation & holidays

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Full Time Technician I for Southwoods State Prison, Bridgeton, NJ. The Technician I participates as a member of the clinical and administrative medical team at the Prison.

The role includes assisting with procedures, specimen collection, equipment sterilization, maintaining supply stocks, and coordinating medication orders with the pharmacy provider. Onsite work required with evening shifts.

Qualifications

• Valid CMA, EMT, or CNA certification required.
• At least two (2) years of progressively responsible healthcare experience involving multiple areas of knowledge, skills and abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assists physician/AP with procedures and exam preparation.
• Obtains specimen collection and handling, including blood draws.
• Assists with cleaning and sterilization of equipment in Health Service Unit.
• Maintains supply stock in Health Service Unit by ordering timely.
• Maintains supply stock in examination rooms.
• Aggregates orders of medications and forwards to pharmacy provider.

Skills

CMA

EMT

CNA

Job description

Job Category Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting

Department

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.

Among the duties for the position are:

• 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.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

Grade 137

Salary Details

Minimum Salary

Minimum Salary 21.040

Mid Range Salary

Mid Range Salary 21.540

Maximum Salary

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.

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

Working Hours 40

Standard Hours

Standard Hours 40.00

Daily Work Shift

Daily Work Shift Evening

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description

Teamsters 97

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

Seniority Unit

Terms of Appointment

Staff - 12 month

Position Pension Eligibility

PERS

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 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

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

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

Posting Number 26ST0194

Posting Open Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Regional Campus

Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus

Off Campus

City

Bridgeton

State

NJ

Southwoods State Prison, located in Bridgeton, NJ

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
• * Do you have a valid driver's license and possess a vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Are you currently CPR Certified?
  • yes
  • no

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Certifications/Licenses
• CPR Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

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