Technician I Per Diem UCHC EJSP (Multiple Vacancies)

Rutgers University; New Brunswick (NJ); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Vacation and holidays

Retirement benefits

Education benefits

Life insurance

Employee discounts

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem UCHC Technician I for the East Jersey State Prison in Rahway, NJ. The technician participates as part of the clinical and administrative medical team and supports vital signs, specimen collection, and procedures.

The position requires CMA/EMT/CNA certification, CPR, and a valid driver’s license. It is an on-site role with rotating daily shifts and a 40-hour standard week commitment, with eligibility for relevant benefits.

Qualifications

• CMA/EMT/CNA certification and at least two years of healthcare experience.
• CPR Certification.
• Valid Driver's License and reliable transportation between sites.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs, height and weight and documents in EMR.
• Assists physician/APP with procedures and prepares inmate for examination.
• Obtains specimen collection and handling, including drawing blood.
• Assists with cleaning, sterilizing and securing equipment in Health Service Unit.
• Maintains stock and forwards medication orders to pharmacy.

Skills

CPR Certification

Valid Driver's License

Education

CMA/EMT/CNA certification

Job description

Position Details

Technician I Per Diem UCHC EJSP (Multiple Vacancies)

Posting Summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care is seeking a Per Diem UCHC Technician I for the East Jersey State Prison, located in Rahway, NJ. The UCHC Technician I participates as a member of the clinical and administrative medical team at the Prison.

Among the duties for this position are:

• 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.

FLSA

Nonexempt

Grade

99H

Salary Details

$18.45/hr

Minimum Salary

15.92

Mid Range Salary

50.00

Maximum Salary

150.00

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

• 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

Per Diem

Working Hours

19

Standard Hours

40.00

Daily Work Shift

Rotating

Work Arrangement

This position requires a full onsite work arrangement.

Union Description

Teamster Per Diem

Payroll Designation

PeopleSoft

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, and 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 Drivers License. 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.

Posting Details

Posting Number: 26ST0869

Regional Campus: Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences (RBHS)

Home Location Campus: Off Campus

City: Rahway

State: NJ

Location Details: East Jersey State Prison, located in Rahway, 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

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