Technician I PT Days UCHC MSCF

Rutgers University; Wrightstown (NJ); On-site; USD 60,315,000 - 63,583,000; Part time

Job summary

Rutgers University Correctional Health Care at Midstate Correctional Facility in Wrightstown, NJ seeks a Part Time Technician I to support a clinical and administrative medical team. The role includes taking vital signs, assisting with examinations, preparing inmates for visits and coordinating specimen collection.

Responsibilities extend to maintaining equipment, managing supplies and forwarding medication orders to the pharmacy.

Qualifications

• Valid CMA, EMT or CNA certification is required.
• At least two years of related healthcare experience.
• CPR Certification is required.
• Valid Driver’s License with own transportation to multiple sites.

Responsibilities

• Takes vital signs, height and weight and documents in EMR.
• Assists physician with procedures and prepares inmate for exams.
• Obtains specimen collection and handling, including blood draws.
• Maintains cleaning, sterilization and securing of equipment in Health Service Unit.
• Maintains supply stock and orders items as needed.
• Aggregates medication orders and forwards to pharmacy.

Skills

CMA certification

EMT certification

CNA certification

Education

CPR Certification

Job description

Position Details

Recruitment/Posting Title Technician I PT Days UCHC MSCF Job Category Staff & Executive - Allied Health - Medical Assisting Department UCHC Midstate Correction Physi Overview

Position Information

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 Part Time Technician I for Midstate Correctional Facility located in Wrightstown 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

• 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 137 Salary Details Minimum Salary 21.040 Mid Range Salary 21.540 Maximum Salary 22.190 Offer Information

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 Part Time Working Hours 20 Standard Hours 40.00 Daily Work Shift Day 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 Certifications/Licenses Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• 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 Certiification
• Valid Driver’s License, must possess own vehicle or alternative means of transportation from one site to another.

Preferred Qualifications

Equipment Utilized

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