Technician I FT Eves UCHC SWSP

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, prescription drug, dental

Paid vacation and leave programs

Retirement benefits

Educational benefits for employees

Life insurance

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care seeks a Full Time Technician I for Southwoods State Prison in Bridgeton, NJ. The role supports the clinical and administrative medical team, performing vital signs, assisting with procedures, and managing specimen collection and pharmacy communications.

Onsite 40-hour week with evening shift. The position requires CMA/EMT/CNA certification, CPR, and at least two years of related healthcare experience across multiple areas.

Qualifications

• Valid CMA, EMT, or CNA certification required.
• At least two (2) years of progressively responsible healthcare experience in multiple knowledge areas.
• CPR Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs, height and weight and documents in EMR.
• Assists physician/APP with procedures and prepares inmate for examinations.
• Obtains specimen collection and handling, including drawing blood.

Education

CMA/EMT/CNA certification

CPR Certification

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title: Technician I FT Eves UCHC SWSP

Job Category: Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting

Department: UCHC-South Woods Psn-Ancillary

Grade: 137

FLSA: Nonexempt

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.

• 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.

Salary Details

Minimum Salary: 21.040

Mid Range Salary: 21.540

Maximum Salary: 22.190

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

• 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

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
• 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

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

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

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST0194

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Bridgeton

State: NJ

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