Job Title: Paramedic
Location: Jersey City Medical Center
Department: MH Hudson MICU
Req #:
Status: Hourly
Shift: Night
Pay Range: $35.00 - $43.97 per hour
Pay Transparency:
This reflects the expected hourly wage range for this role if employed in New Jersey. The final compensation for the selected candidate will be influenced by various factors, including their educational qualifications, skills, and professional experience.
Job Overview
The Paramedic will deliver Advanced Life Support (ALS) services to patients.
- Opportunities for Full-time Retention Agreement, with payments at 1 year, 3 years, and 5 years.
- Complimentary CEUs and courses for recertification.
- Interested in Part-Time (24 hours/week)? We provide full benefits to Part-Time employees!
- World-class work experience for all staff members.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- Minimum age of 18 years
- Valid Driver's License and compliance with current vehicle insurance requirements
- New Jersey 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
- Completion of ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800
- Completion of Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training
Preferred:
- PHTLS/ITLS certification
- Associate Degree
Certifications and Licenses Required
- New Jersey 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
- Completion of ICS 100, 200, and NIMS 700, 800
- Completion of Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training
Scheduling Requirements
- Per Diem: Employees must provide availability for 10 shifts and work 6 shifts over 3 months. Per Diem staff are required to work 1 summer and 1 winter holiday, along with 2 weekend shifts. All shifts must be within the assigned region. Per Diem employees can choose to work day or night shifts and select their preferred Station/Unit.
- Per Diem employees must maintain their minimum required shifts.
- Part-Time: Employees are assigned two regular shifts per week, totaling 4 shifts over 2 weeks, with at least 2 of the 4 shifts on weekends, in their designated region.
- Part-Time employees must work 24 hours per week.
- Full-Time: Employees are assigned 3 shifts per week, including weekend requirements, in their designated region. This role follows a Rotating Pitman schedule.
- Full-Time employees must work 36 hours per week.
Essential Functions
- Maintain a professional, dignified, and compassionate demeanor at all times.
- Communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
- Inform the Supervisor of any maintenance, equipment, or supply deficiencies.
- Immediately report any unusual circumstances to the Supervisor.
- Administer treatment according to established patient care protocols.
- Operate department vehicles in compliance with all applicable NJ Motor Vehicle Laws and organizational driving policies.
- Complete department-specific continuing education programs in addition to those mandated by the State of New Jersey Department of Health, Office of Emergency Medical Services.
- Ensure all patient care documentation adheres to the organization's documentation procedures.
- Engage professionally with partners, patients, management, colleagues from other EMS agencies, public safety personnel, and other healthcare providers.
- Perform routine tasks to ensure personal safety and facilitate patient care.
- This includes, but is not limited to: completing vehicle inspection forms, submitting vehicle maintenance requests, providing required certifications before their due dates, complying with hospital Employee Health requirements such as TB testing and N95 fit testing, and completing annual self-evaluations and employee engagement surveys promptly.
- Carry out additional duties as assigned by management that are necessary for the organization's operations.
Other Duties
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Benefits and Perks
At our organization, our employees are central to our mission. Guided by our Total Wellbeing promise, we offer a competitive range of benefits and resources to support our employees' physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits include, but are not limited to:
- Paid Time Off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave
- 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
- ...and more!
Why Choose Us?
We are committed to providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while ensuring a top-tier work experience for every team member. We value the opportunity to create and maintain healthier communities, one individual and one community at a time. As a leading academic health system, we implement innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both clinical and social health determinants.
Our organization strives to make a significant impact in local communities throughout New Jersey, enhancing the health of residents and creating educational and career opportunities. We recognize the evolving needs of New Jersey residents, whether it involves improving coordination for complex health conditions or enhancing community health through local programs and education.
Equal Opportunity Employer