PD Paramedic

Location: 38 Rosehill Place, Irvington, NJ 07111

Req #: 0000259879 | Per Diem, Hourly | Day shift | Pay range: $38.03 - $46.62 per hour

About the Role

The Paramedic will provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) services to patients. Opportunities for full-time retention agreements with bonuses paid at 1 year, 3 years, and 5 years. Free continuing education units (CEUs) and courses for recertification. Part-time employees working 24 hours per week are eligible for full benefits. World-class work experience for all 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 Mobile Health (MH) 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 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 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 certifications.
• Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training.

Preferred Qualifications

• PHTLS/ITLS certification.
• Associate Degree.

Pay

$38.03 - $46.62 per hour. The compensation offered will depend on the candidate's educational background, skills, and professional experience.