Paramedic - Emergency: Day Shift (Full Time)

Paramedic
Location: Jersey City Medical Center
Status: Hourly
Shift: Night
Pay Range: $35.00 - $43.97 per hour
The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.
The Paramedic will provide Advanced Life Support (ALS) services to patients.
Opportunities for Fulltime Retention Agreement- paid at 1 year, 3 years and 5 years.
Looking for Part Time (24 h/wk)? We offer full benefits to Part-Time employees!
World class work experience for all employees
High School Graduate or GED
NJ Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification (eligible for reciprocity)
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)
Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training
NJ Paramedic Certification or National Registry Paramedic Certification (eligible for reciprocity)
American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Provider (CPR)
Must have completed Weapons of Mass Destruction or CBRNE Awareness training
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. Full Time employees must work 36 hours per week.

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
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
Interacts professionally with partners, patients, management, colleagues from other EMS agencies, public safety personnel, and other healthcare providers and members of the public
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.
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. Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time

• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
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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.