PD Paramedic

About the role

The Paramedic will provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) services to patients. Opportunities for Fulltime Retention Agreement- paid at 1 year, 3 years and 5 years. Free CEU’s and courses for recertification. Looking for Part Time (24 h/wk)? We offer full benefits to Part-Time employees!

Responsibilities

• 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
• Completes self in a professional, dignified, and compassionate manner at all times
• 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
• Completes department specific continuing programs in addition to those required by the State of New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services

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

Qualifications

• Associate Degree Certifications and Licenses Required
• 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

Skills

None specified in the job posting.

Benefits

Free CEU’s and courses for recertification. Full benefits to Part-Time employees. Opportunities for Fulltime Retention Agreement- paid at 1 year, 3 years and 5 years.

Pay

$36.98 - $45.72 per hour

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 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.

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.