Paramedic

Cooper University Hospital • Camden, NJ

27d • $29 - $48

About The Position

Provide pre-hospital Advanced Life Support (ALS) care in all weather conditions while working with other EMS providers as a member of the patient care team. Care is provided to patients of all ages experiencing injury or illness, using appropriate equipment and techniques to safely assess, treat, lift, move, and transport patients to appropriate medical facilities. Complete required documentation and other assigned duties that support efficient EMS operations while maintaining a professional attitude.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current New Jersey Paramedic certification or eligibility for reciprocity.
• Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS or PEPP or EPC certifications.
• ICS-100 or equivalent and IS-700 or equivalent upon hire.
• ICS-200 or equivalent and IS-800 or equivalent within the first year of employment.
• Current state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record.
• For employee base fleet driver eligibility: be between 21 and 79 years old, provide proof of valid personal automobile insurance coverage in New Jersey, and have no reported driving-related violations or accidents in the past three years.

Nice To Haves

• One year of experience in an active EMS system providing Advanced Life Support (ALS).
• NREMT-P certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital Advanced Life Support (ALS) care in all weather conditions.
• Work with other EMS providers as a member of the patient care team.
• Safely assess, treat, lift, move, and transport patients of all ages experiencing injury or illness to appropriate medical facilities.
• Complete required documentation and other assigned duties supporting efficient EMS operations.
• Maintain a professional attitude.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED