Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

The field associate-EMR transports and assists EMTs (emergency medical technicians) with clients transported to various appointments, hospitals, schools, and facilities. He / she provides immediate lifesaving care to critical patients who access the emergency medical services system. EMRs have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide immediate lifesaving interventions while awaiting additional EMS resources to arrive. EMRs also provide assistance to higher-level personnel at the scene of emergencies and during transport. Emergency Medical Responders are a vital part of the comprehensive EMS response. Under medical oversight, Emergency Medical Responders perform basic interventions with minimal equipment. The field associate-EMR will comply with all state, local, and company policies and procedures applicable to his or her level of training. POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Pay Rate $17.00 per hour plus additional differentials
• No experience needed as training is provided
• Health, dental, vision and life insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee assistance program
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Flexible shifts and overtime opportunities
• Safe and newer vehicles, power cots, power loads and stair chairs, electronic patient care reports
• Multiple advancement opportunities

Duties and Responsibilities- -

AA / EEO

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Must be enrolled in an EMT class at time of hire. Will also be required to complete an EMR class prior to field training. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must successfully complete the company's orientation and training. Must submit to and successfully pass State criminal history review, and drug and alcohol testing program. Employees must also adhere to state EMR education timeline requirements for certification.

Pursuant to N.J.A.C. a BLS ambulance must be staffed with a minimum of two certified Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) when it is in service. In light of staffing shortages, the staffing requirements have been relaxed through temporary legislative enactments. P.L. 2021 c.477 authorized BLS agencies to operate with one EMT on a temporary basis. This has been extended through 2024. In the state of New Jersey, an EMR is only permitted to work in conjunction with a New Jersey State Certified Emergency Medical Technician.