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 CEU’s and ABC cores for recertification
Looking for Part Time (24 hours a week)? We offer full benefits to Part-Time employees!
World class work experience for all employees
Qualifications : Required :
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 :
PHTLS / ITLS
Associate Degree
Certifications and Licenses Required :
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
Essential Functions :
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
Expected to perform routine duties intended to keep them safe and facilitate their ability to provide patient care
This includes but is 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, and 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
Scheduling Requirements :
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. 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.
Other Duties :
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks :
Medical / Dental / Vision plans
403(b)
Short & Long Term Disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care / Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Discounts Through our Partners NJ Devils NJ Performing Arts Center Verizon And many more!
This position is tied to a collective bargaining agreement