At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. 
 
If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment.

In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location:

Berlin - 100 Townsend Ave

Remote Type:

On-Site

Employment Type:

Employee

Employment Classification:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Work Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours:

40

Additional Locations:

Voorhees - 106 Carnie Blvd.

Job Information:

Summary:

Has overall responsibility for the continuing education of certified paramedic staff and clinical training of paramedic students.

Verifies the clinical competency of certified paramedic staff and paramedic students.

Assures clinical policies and procedures are current, within New Jersey regulations, and in accordance with current accepted standards and practices.

Position Responsibilities:

• Coordinate the development and implementation of continuing education for paramedic staff. Seek out new and innovative ways to disseminate educational material, using current advances in technology.

• Develop educational programs in response to staff’s learning requirements and trends in prehospital patient care.

• Manage and direct personnel in the Clinical Department. Coordinate and oversee the daily operations of the department.

• Oversee the field education and training of paramedic students. Evaluate students in the application of learned principles.

• Participate in quality review of patient care reports. Identify trends, both positive and negative, in patient care. Prepare action plans for any corrective measures that are required.

• Integrate accepted new trends, procedures, equipment and practices into departmental policies and procedures. Attend industry specific seminars and conferences as well as conduct research to ensure the most current practices are implemented into the department.

• Assure departmental adherence to clinical policies and procedures. Develop action plans to address/correct defects and deficiencies.

• Participate in didactic training of paramedic students. Prepare new and update existing course materials in accordance with current guidelines.

• Assist paramedic students to gain practical knowledge and experience in EMS principles, practices and procedures.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required:

Minimum of five years experience in critical care and EMS related fields.

Previous management experience desirable.

Knowledge of local, statewide and national EMS systems.

Must be well informed regarding the roles of various health agencies and their relationship to EMS.

Required Education:

Graduate of a recognized paramedic training program.

Associate’s degree minimum.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

Current New Jersey paramedic certification.

Current certification in American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support-Instructor, Pediatric Advanced Life Support and CPR.

Valid driver’s license required. Must be at least 21 years of age and meet insurance requirements. 

Annual Salary: $89,574 - $139,253 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

This position is eligible to participate in one of Virtua’s annual incentive compensation plan (AICP). The amount is subject to the terms and conditions of the plan document. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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