Paramedic

Responds to emergency situations and provides emergency medical care to any one in need. When not responding to an emergency, the paramedic is responsible for ensuring that the paramedic vehicle is ready for the next emergency and that all proper documentation has been completed for all responses.

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

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.