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Emt Summer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

EMT

South Plainfield, NJ · On-site

$24.72 - $27.34/hr

EMT Req #: 0000254857 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Day ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Hamilton Township, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Req #: 0000246874 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Part-Time Shift: Day ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Jersey City, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Req #: 0000254861 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$24.72 - $27.34/hr

EMT Req #: 0000255825 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Night ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Req #: 0000221458 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Night ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Livingston, NJ · On-site

$24.72 - $27.34/hr

EMT Req #: 0000254855 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Day ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Hamilton Township, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Req #: 0000221458 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Night ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Req #: 0000221202 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Night ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$24.72 - $27.34/hr

EMT Req #: 0000250974 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Day ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Req #: 0000247206 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Full-Time Shift: Evening ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Req #: 0000246874 Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Status: Part-Time Shift: Day ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT - 2026

Saco, ME · On-site

$18.50 - $24.50/hr

EMT Here at Funtown Splashtown USA, we are serious about the safety and health of our guests and ... We operate in most summer weather conditions, so we ask that you dress appropriately and are ...

EMT

Somerville, NJ · On-site

$24.72 - $27.34/hr

Job Title: EMT Location: Mobile Health Department Name: Central BLS Emergency Req #: 0000251906 ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

EMT

Hamilton, NJ · On-site

$24.13 - $26.68/hr

EMT Location: Mobile Health Department Name: MH Southern BLS Emergency Req #: 0000246874 Status ... Per Diem Employees must work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday along with 2 weekend shifts. All minimum ...

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How much do emt summer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for emt summer in the United States is $20.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $22.60 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a summer EMT do?

A summer EMT is an emergency medical technician that provides first response care, first-aid, and stabilization to campers when they experience illness or injury. Their responsibilities include creating safety guidelines for campers and camp staff, mitigating accidents, and determining the severity of emergencies. Other duties include completing all documentation and patient care reports, liaising with healthcare facilities if you have to transport a camper for further treatment, responding to emergencies at the camp, and maintaining first-aid supplies.

What are common challenges summer EMTs face and how can they prepare for them?

During the summer, EMTs often experience an increase in call volume due to outdoor activities, heat-related illnesses, and public events. This can lead to longer shifts, frequent exposure to high temperatures, and a greater need for teamwork under pressure. To prepare, EMTs should stay hydrated, maintain physical fitness, and ensure they are familiar with protocols for treating heat exhaustion, dehydration, and injuries common at summer events. Effective communication and collaboration with team members are essential to manage the heightened workload and maintain high standards of patient care.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a summer EMT?

To thrive as an EMT during the summer, you need a solid understanding of emergency medical care, quick decision-making skills, and an EMT certification. Familiarity with ambulance equipment, patient transport systems, and electronic patient care reporting tools is also essential. Excellent communication, calmness under pressure, and teamwork are standout soft skills in this role. These competencies are crucial for delivering effective, timely care and ensuring patient safety during high-volume, fast-paced summer emergencies.

What is a summer EMT?

EMTs, or Emergency Medical Technicians, are trained professionals who provide emergency medical care and transportation to those who are injured or ill. During the summer, EMTs often respond to an increased number of calls related to outdoor activities, such as heat-related illnesses, sports injuries, and accidents at public events. They work in ambulances, at summer camps, festivals, or on standby at large gatherings to ensure rapid response to emergencies. EMTs are vital in stabilizing patients and providing life-saving care before patients reach a hospital.
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Infographic showing various Emt Summer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 32% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 7% Contract, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $42,441 per year, or $20.4 per hour.

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Job description


EMT
Req #: 0000254857
Category: Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJBH Mobile Health (EMS)
Department: Central BLS Emergency
Pay Range: $24.72 - $27.34 per hour
Location:
1 South Plainfield Ave, South Plainfield, NJ 07080

Job Title: EMT

Location: Mobile Health

Department Name: Central BLS Emergency

Req #: 0000254857

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $24.72 - $27.34 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

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:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

  • Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
  • Retirement Plans
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Disability and Life Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Student Loan Planning Support
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Community and Volunteer Opportunities
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
  • ....and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
  • Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Retirement Plans
  • Short & Long Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Wellness Programs
  • Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
  • Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer


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About RWJBarnabas Health

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RWJBarnabas Health is New Jersey’s largest integrated health care delivery system, providing treatment and services to more than three million patients each year. Throughout RWJBarnabas Health, our dedicated physicians, nurses, and health professionals are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care and health education to the community and region. We aim to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey - whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

West Orange, NJ, US

Year founded

2015