Paramedic

Location: 126 Paterson St, New Brunswick, NJ 08901

Status: Full-Time, Hourly
Shift: Night
Pay Range: $38.03 - $46.62 per hour

About the Role

The Paramedic will provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) services to patients. Opportunities for a Fulltime Retention Agreement paid at 1 year, 3 years, and 5 years. Free CEUs and courses for recertification. Part-Time positions (24 hrs/wk) are available with full benefits.

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 Mobile Health driving-related policies
• Completes department-specific continuing education programs in addition to those required by the State of New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services
• Completes all patient care documentation in accordance with Mobile Health 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 to ensure safety and facilitate 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

Requirements

• High School Graduate or GED
• Must be 18 years of age
• Current Driver’s License and must satisfy the current vehicle insurance company’s requirements
• NJ Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification (eligible for reciprocity)
• American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)
• AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support
• 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

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts through partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more