EMT

About the role

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) will provide Basic Life Support (BLS) services to patients. Opportunities to advance from BLS to ALS with our Training Center, Free CEU’s and ABC cores for recertification. Looking for part-time positions (24 hours a week), we offer full benefits to part-time employees!

Responsibilities

• Conducts self in a professional, dignified, and compassionate manner at all times
• Communicates clearly, effectively, professionally, and in the English language via written and verbal means
• Notifies Supervisor of any deficiencies regarding maintenance, equipment, or supplies
• Notifies Supervisor immediately of any unusual circumstances
• Provides treatment in accordance with established patient care protocols
• Operates department vehicles in accordance with all applicable NJ Motor Vehicle Laws and MH driving related policies
• Completes department specific continuing programs in addition to those required by the State of New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services
• Interacts professionally with partners, patients, management, colleagues from other EMS agencies, public safety personnel, and other healthcare providers and members of the public
• Performs routine duties intended to keep them safe and facilitate their ability to provide patient care
• Completes vehicle inspection forms and vehicle maintenance requests
• Submits copies of required certifications prior to their due date
• Remains compliant with hospital Employee Health requirements such as TB testing and N95 fit testing
• Completes hospital-required processes such as annual employee self-evaluations and employee engagement surveys in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as required or requested by MH management, necessary to the function of the organization

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age
• High School Graduate or GED
• Current Driver’s License and must satisfy the current vehicle insurance company’s requirements
• New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, or National Registry EMT Certification
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)
• Hazmat Awareness Certification
• Possess ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800
• Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training

Preferred

• PHTLS/ITLS
• Associate Degree Certifications and Licenses

Essential Functions

• Conducts self in a professional, dignified, and compassionate manner at all times
• Communicates clearly, effectively, professionally, and in the English language via written and verbal means
• Notifies Supervisor of any deficiencies regarding maintenance, equipment, or supplies
• Notifies Supervisor immediately of any unusual circumstances
• Provides treatment in accordance with established patient care protocols
• Operates department vehicles in accordance with all applicable NJ Motor Vehicle Laws and MH driving related policies
• Completes department specific continuing programs in addition to those required by the State of New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services
• Interacts professionally with partners, patients, management, colleagues from other EMS agencies, public safety personnel, and other healthcare providers and members of the public
• Performs routine duties intended to keep them safe and facilitate their ability to provide patient care
• Completes vehicle inspection forms and vehicle maintenance requests
• Submits copies of required certifications prior to their due date
• Remains compliant with hospital Employee Health requirements such as TB testing and N95 fit testing
• Completes hospital-required processes such as annual employee self-evaluations and employee engagement surveys in a timely manner
• Performs other duties as required or requested by MH management, necessary to the function of the organization

Scheduling Requirements

• Per Diem: Provide 10 shifts of availability and work 6 shifts over 3 months. Work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. Minimum shifts must be within the region applicant is hired into. Per Diem Employees may choose to work dayshift, nightshift, and wherever they prefer- in terms of Station/Unit.
• Part Time: Assigned 2 regularly scheduled shifts per week, for a total of 4 shifts over 2 weeks, with at least 2 of the 4 shifts required to be a weekend, in the region they are hired into.
• Full Time: Assigned 3 shifts a week, with weekend requirements, in the region they are hired into. This assignment consists of a Rotating Pitman schedule. Full Time employees must work 36 hours per week.

Benefits and Perks

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon… and more!

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.