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Harrison EMS

EMT & Paramedics

Harrison, NY · On-site

$28 - $42/hr

Per Diem position with possible Full Time opportunity. ** 2 -3 years of 911 Experience Required ... Valid NYS EMT or Paramedic Certification * BLS Provider Certification (AHA) * PALS Certification

Greenlife Healthcare Staffing

MRI Technologist

Bronx, NY · On-site

$55 - $60/hr

Bronx, NY Employment Type: Full-time, Part-time, or Per Diem Rate: $55 - $60/hour Position Overview ... Any medical background (EMT, CMA, Medical Assistant) preferred. * New graduates are welcome to ...

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As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for emt per diem in Ridgewood, NJ is $20.64, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.26 and $22.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an EMT Per Diem?

An EMT Per Diem job is a flexible, on-call position where emergency medical technicians (EMTs) work as needed rather than on a fixed schedule. These roles are ideal for those looking to supplement their income or maintain experience while working another job or pursuing education. Per diem EMTs perform the same duties as full-time EMTs, including providing emergency medical care and transportation. However, their hours vary based on employer needs, and they may not receive full-time benefits.

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As an EMT Per Diem, you can expect highly flexible and variable work schedules, with shifts offered based on the company's needs and your availability. This role is ideal for those seeking supplemental income, experience, or flexibility around other commitments. Per diem EMTs may be called in on short notice to cover open shifts, weekends, holidays, or emergencies, so adaptability is a key part of the job. While the hours are not guaranteed, this flexibility allows you to gain valuable field experience and network with healthcare professionals, which can lead to more permanent opportunities if desired.

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Success as an EMT Per Diem requires expertise in emergency medical care, quick assessment and intervention skills, and completion of an accredited EMT training program with state licensure or certification. Familiarity with ambulances, medical equipment like defibrillators, and patient care reporting systems is essential. Strong communication, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are critical soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure effective, responsive patient care in unpredictable and high-stress situations, often on short notice.

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Infographic showing various Emt Per Diem job openings in Ridgewood, NJ as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 3% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 6% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,941 per year, or $20.6 per hour.

Per Diem Associate Patient Care

St. Joseph's Health

Paterson, NJ

Part-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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St. Joseph's Health (New Jersey) rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 47 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

163rd of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Responsible for assisting patients with activities of daily living, provides basic care to acutely ill patients. Assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment. Performs EKG's and Venipuncture as directed by the Registered Nurse.

St. Joseph's Health is recognized for the expertise and compassion of its highly skilled and responsive staff. The combined efforts of the organization's outstanding physicians, superb nurses, and dedicated clinical and professional staff have made us one of the most highly respected healthcare organizations in the state, the largest employer in Passaic County, and one of the nation's "100 Best Places to Work in Health Care".

Benefits Eligibility: (Full-time and Part-time Employees-over 20 hours a week)

  • Competitive salary*
  • Robust benefits with health, dental, Rx and vision plans
  • 403b retirement plan options with company match**
  • Health & Wellness*
  • Non-Profit Health System - eligible for Federal Student Loan Forgiveness
  • PTO, and paid holidays
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • LTD : Long Term Disability
  • Life Insurance Options
  • Onsite Day care Program

*Available for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

**403b Company Match not applicable for Per Diem Employees and Part-time Employees working under 20 hours per week.

Pay transparency:  St. Joseph's Health provides a salary range to comply with New Jersey Law.  The rate of pay for each position will be determined based on a variety of factors including the candidate's relevant experience, qualifications, skills, etc." The salary range does not include incentives, differential pay or other forms of compensation.


St. Joseph's University Medical Center is an academic tertiary care medical center and state designated trauma center, located on the Paterson campus, regularly accepts referrals of difficult or unusual cases from other hospitals and physicians and performs both complex and routine procedures. 

The Medical Center offers a full complement of specialty and subspecialty services including ambulatory, behavioral health, cardiovascular, emergency/trauma, internal medicine, neuroscience, oncology, orthopedic/spine, rehabilitation, surgical specialty, women's health, imaging and pediatrics. 

The nursing team at St. Joseph's University Medical Center, which includes St. Joseph's Children's Hospital, has held the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, the profession's highest honor, since 1999. They are also recipients of the prestigious 2010 Magnet Prize - one of only 8 Magnet-designated hospitals to ever receive The Magnet Prize, and the only one worldwide to receive the 2010 award.


  • High School diploma or equivalent
  • Basic Life Support certification within 6 months of hire
  •  PCA/PCT (Patient Care Associate/Patient Care Technician) diploma with 6 months to 1 year of previous work experience within the last 6 months in an healthcare setting OR
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification OR PCA/PCT certification OR
  •  EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) certification OR
  •  Enrolled in an accredited nursing school program and has completed Nursing Fundamentals level 1 coursework in lieu of PCA/PCT diploma/certification OR
  •  Provides evidence of completion in Nursing Fundamental level coursework OR  Evidence of Completion in of a Nursing Assistant training program OR
  •  PCA/PCT, Home Health Aide or CMA experience

Effective January 2019, St. Joseph's Health requires certifications for Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) to be granted through the American Heart Association

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