Mobile Integrated Health Paramedic (day shift) fulltime

Virtua Health Emergency Medical Technician

Location: Pennsauken - 6991 North Park Dr.

Remote Type: On-Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: Day Shift - 12 Hr (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 36

Summary: Provides high-quality 911 emergency medical response and/or non-emergency interfacility transport to the community and surrounding areas. Responsible for patient assessment, treatment, and safe transport following state protocols and medical command directives. Ensures compassionate and efficient care for patients in both emergency and/or scheduled transport settings. Operates ambulances safely and professionally, maintains equipment readiness, and ensures accurate documentation. Works in a fast-paced, high-impact environment with minimal supervision to support optimal patient outcomes.

Position Responsibilities:

Conducts thorough patient assessments and provides appropriate basic life support (BLS) care in accordance with New Jersey Statewide EMS Protocols and medical command directives. Administers high-quality, evidence-based care while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

Operates an ambulance safely and professionally in accordance with New Jersey motor vehicle laws and department driving policies. Demonstrates defensive driving techniques, maintains situational awareness, and ensures the vehicle remains operational, fueled, and properly equipped. Reports any mechanical or operational issues promptly.

Accurately and thoroughly documents patient assessments, interventions, patient responses, and transfer of care details using the department's electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) system. Ensures all documentation meets regulatory, quality assurance, and legal standards. Promptly responds to quality assurance and medical oversight requests.

Conducts and documents vehicle and equipment check at the start of each shift. Ensures ambulances are properly stocked, equipment is in working order, and supplies are replenished as needed. Reports shortages and operational concerns to department management.

Maintains all Virtua-owned medical equipment, vehicles, and facilities in a safe, clean, and organized manner. Follows all infection control protocols and ensures proper decontamination of the ambulance and equipment after each patient transport.

Actively participates in the training and onboarding of new staff, students, and inter-agency personnel. Provides mentorship, monitors trainee performance, and offers constructive feedback to enhance clinical competency. Models professionalism, teamwork, safety, and adherence to department protocols.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

Previous EMS field experience preferred.

New graduates from accredited EMT programs will be considered. Required Education: High school diploma or GED required

Graduate of a recognized Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Training Program.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

Certified as an Emergency Medical Technician Basic by the Commissioner of Health & Senior Services of the State of New Jersey. Certification is preferred from NJ, PA or the National Registry.

Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) to the professional rescuer level, and EVOC.

Must have valid Driver's license recognized by the State of New Jersey and driving record must meet insurance company standards/requirements.

Must complete yearly PPD, Fit Test, Corporate Compliance, HIPAA and Safety Day training by the date set forth by the department.

Hourly Rate: $30.37 - $47.20 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.