What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARAMEDIC position at Cooper Norcross Health?
At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.
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Short Description
- Provide pre-hospital Advanced Life Support (ALS) care in all weather conditions, in cooperation with other EMS providers as a member of the patient care team.
- Care will be rendered to patients of all ages who experience any injury or illness, utilizing appropriate equipment and techniques to safely assess, treat, lift, move and transport patients to appropriate medical facilities.
- Complete all required documentation and other assigned duties which support efficient EMS operations while maintaining a professional attitude.
Experience Required
1 year experience within an active EMS system providing Advanced Life Support (ALS) - Preferred
Education Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent
License/Certification Requirements
Current NJ Paramedic certification or eligible for reciprocity, NREMT-P preferred.
Current BLS, ACLS, 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 first year of employment.
Current state issued driver's license with clean driving record.
Criteria for Employee Base Fleet Driver Eligibility:
- The driver must be between the ages of twenty-one (21) and seventy-nine (79).
- The driver must show proof of valid personal automobile insurance coverage in the State of New Jersey.
- The driver has no reported driving-related violations or accidents in the past three (3) years
Special Requirements
Full time, 36 hours a week
12 hours shift with weekend/holidays