Paramedic

Responsible for providing Advanced Life Support (ALS) care as prescribed by Departmental and Hospital policies and procedures, as well as the New Jersey Department of Health Mobile Intensive Care Unit regulations. Administers premiere pre-hospital care to critically ill or injured individuals of all age groups when delivering emergency care during transport.

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree in paramedicine if certified after June 2015
• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED) if certified prior to June 2015
• At least one year of relevant EMS experience or NJ Registered Professional Nurse (RN) with Mobile Intensive Care Nurse (MICN) endorsement
• National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians-Paramedic (NREMT-P) or National Registered Paramedic (NRP) preferred
• Knowledge of N.J.A.C. 8:41
• Certifications in American Heart Association BLS, ACLS and PALS required
• Certifications in ICS 100, ICS 200 and ICS 700 required
• Certifications in PHTLS, BTLS or ITLS within 6 months of hire required
• Valid state driver’s license with no pending violations and an acceptable driving record
• Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) training or Emergency Vehicle Operations Course (EVOC) within 6 months of hire required