Full-Time
Paramedic
Updated on 9/3/2026
University Hospital Newark
Newark academic medical center
Compensation Overview
$34.29/hr
Newark, NJ, USA
In Person
 Medical, Clinical & Veterinary (1) |
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- A minimum of two years of emergency medical services experience is required.
- A minimum of two years of emergency medical services driving experience with a clean driving record is required.
- Applicants must pass a medical evaluation and respirator fit test.
- Applicants must be able to wear an N95 particulate filter respirator mask under PEOSHA standards.
- Applicants must hold active, valid certification as an NJ Mobile Intensive Care Paramedic or NJ Mobile Intensive Care Nurse.
- Mobile Intensive Care Nurse applicants must obtain certification before completing the probationary period.
- Paramedics seeking New Jersey reciprocity may receive conditional employment after passing a background check and physical examination, must obtain provisional Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic certification from the New Jersey Department of Health before starting work, and must obtain full New Jersey Paramedic certification to remain employed.
- Applicants must hold a valid driver's license with New Jersey driving privileges and meet Department of Transportation and Motor Vehicle Commission vehicle requirements.
- Applicants must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider certification.
- Applicants must hold American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support Provider certification.
- Applicants must hold American Heart Association Pediatric Advanced Life Support Provider certification or Pediatric Education for Pre-hospital Professionals—Advanced certification.
- Applicants must hold Incident Command System Level 100 or higher certification.
- Applicants must hold National Incident Management System Awareness certification through FEMA IS-700 or an equivalent course.
- Applicants must hold Hazardous Materials Awareness certification or higher.
- Applicants must hold CBRNE or Weapons of Mass Destruction Awareness certification or higher.
- Provide and direct Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support in the pre-hospital setting.
- Work in coordination with EMS team members under the direction of a licensed Medical Control Physician and EMS Supervisor.
- Respond to emergencies involving patients of all ages and backgrounds in all weather and environmental conditions.
- Use appropriate equipment and techniques to assess, treat, lift, and safely transport patients.
- Transport patients to appropriate medical facilities based on their condition and care needs.
- Accurately complete all required reports and documentation.
- Perform additional duties as assigned to support efficient EMS operations.
- Represent University Hospital and EMS with professionalism, integrity, and compassion.
- Completion of a Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator training course is preferred.
- A valid Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support or Basic Trauma Life Support provider card is preferred.
- Bilingual English and Spanish skills are preferred.
- Previous experience with electronic medical records is preferred.
University Hospital Newark is a public academic medical center serving Newark and communities across New Jersey. The hospital provides emergency, trauma, specialty, inpatient, outpatient, teaching, and community health services. It serves patients, families, clinicians, students, researchers, and regional communities. Its operating model centers on academic clinical care supported by medical education, public-service responsibilities, technology, facilities, and hospital administration. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, education, technology, facilities, administration, and patient access. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.
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