EMT

Location: 240 Roosevelt Ave, Carteret, NJ 07008

Pay Range: $24.13 - $26.68 per hour

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 CEUs and ABC cores for recertification. World-class work experience for all employees.

Responsibilities

• Conducts self in a professional, dignified, and compassionate manner at all times
• Capable of communicating 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
• Required to complete department specific continuing programs in addition to those required by the State of New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services
• Expected to complete all patient care documentation in accordance with the MH Documentation Procedure
• 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, including but not limited to:
  • Completing vehicle inspection forms and vehicle maintenance requests
  • Submitting copies of required certifications prior to their due date
  • Remaining compliant with hospital Employee Health requirements such as TB testing and N95 fit testing
  • Completing 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

Requirements

• 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
• Must possess ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800
• Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training

Preferred Qualifications

• PHTLS/ITLS
• Associate Degree

Schedule

• Per Diem: The employee must provide 10 shifts of availability and work 6 shifts over 3 months. Per Diem employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum shifts must be within the region the applicant is hired within. Per Diems are tied only to their home region and may choose to work dayshift, nightshift, and wherever they prefer in terms of Station/Unit. Per Diem employees must maintain their minimum required shifts.
• Part Time: The employee is assigned two 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. Part-time employees must work 24 hours per week.
• Full Time: The employee is 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

• 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)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon