Emergency Medical Technician- (911 Gloucester EMS)

Virtua Health•Franklin Township, NJ

4d•$22 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

Provides high-quality 911 emergency medical response and/or non-emergency interfacility transport to the community and surrounding areas. Assesses and treats patients and transports them safely in accordance with state protocols and medical command directives, providing compassionate and efficient care in emergency and scheduled transport settings. Operates ambulances safely, maintains equipment readiness, and completes accurate documentation. Works in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision to support optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Graduate of a recognized Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Training Program.
Certification as an Emergency Medical Technician–Basic by the Commissioner of Health & Senior Services of the State of New Jersey; certification from NJ, PA, or the National Registry is preferred.
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification at the professional rescuer level.
EVOC certification.
Valid driver’s license.
At least 18 years of age and meet insurance requirements.
Complete yearly PPD, Fit Test, Corporate Compliance, HIPAA, and Safety Day training by the department’s specified date.

Nice To Haves

Previous EMS field experience is preferred.
New graduates from accredited EMT programs will be considered.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments and provide basic life support (BLS) care according to New Jersey Statewide EMS Protocols and medical command directives, with attention to patient safety and comfort.
Operate an ambulance safely and professionally in accordance with New Jersey motor vehicle laws and department driving policies; use defensive driving, maintain situational awareness, keep the vehicle operational, fueled, and equipped, and report mechanical or operational issues.
Document patient assessments, interventions, responses, and transfer-of-care details in the electronic patient care reporting (ePCR) system, meeting regulatory, quality assurance, and legal standards; respond to quality assurance and medical oversight requests.
Conduct and document vehicle and equipment checks at the start of each shift; stock ambulances, verify equipment is working, replenish supplies, and report shortages and operational concerns.
Maintain Virtua-owned medical equipment, vehicles, and facilities in a safe, clean, and organized condition; follow infection control protocols and decontaminate the ambulance and equipment after each patient transport.
Participate in training and onboarding of new staff, students, and inter-agency personnel; mentor trainees, monitor performance, provide constructive feedback, and model professionalism, teamwork, safety, and protocol adherence.