Paramedic

Position Summary

Performs professional and technical duties to render basic and advanced life support care in the pre-hospital emergency care and transportation setting. Supervises the Emergency Services staff and is responsible for the daily coordination and operation of the Mobile Intensive Care and Specialty Care Transport Units.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. New Jersey State certified paramedic. BCLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications. Formal undergraduate education preferred.

Experience
New Jersey State certified paramedic with at least 2 years pre-hospital experience.

Skills
Driver`s License - current and valid New Jersey driver`s license. Employees must adhere to all procedural guidelines in HR Policy 1-13 including demonstrating an acceptable driving record for the duration of their employment as long as driving continues to be a responsibility of the job. Highly adaptable with strong interpersonal skills, sound written and verbal communication skills. Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment related to changing patient needs, including working with patients with acute, chronic and complex disease processes and those who are dying. Ability to work cooperatively within the health system; with patients and family members; and with multidisciplinary team members, perform job related responsibilities and respond quickly to emergency situations. Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills effectively, problem solve and deliver care. Sound leadership skills.

Job Location

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EEO Statement

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