Correctional EMT: Meaningful Care, PRN Day Shifts

Wellpath; Farmington (NM); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay

Tuition Assistance

EAP including free counseling

Company paid life insurance

Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness program

Discounted home and auto loans

Job summary

Wellpath seeks an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide essential medical care to inmate patients in a correctional facility. This role includes initial examinations, responding to medical issues, and delivering critical care as needed.

Responsibilities include documenting medical history, administering treatments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA. 12-hour shifts on PRN daytime hours and a strong benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or G.E.D.
• Requires successful completion of an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course.
• Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting preferred.
• Unrestricted current certification or registration in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical response and basic life support to inmate patients in the correctional facility, utilizing CPR and necessary equipment.
• Assess and document the medical history and treatment of new and current inmate patients, administering prescribed treatments and medications as needed.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and sterilized for use during examinations and treatments, and assist physicians or physician extenders during procedures.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations, while being aware of emergency procedures and crisis situations.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with coworkers, supervisors, jail administration and patients, and be willing to assist in job duties and work overtime if necessary.

Skills

Emergency medical care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

EMT or Paramedic course

Job description

Wellpath seeks an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide essential medical care to inmate patients in a correctional facility. This role includes initial examinations, responding to medical issues, and delivering critical care as needed.

Responsibilities include documenting medical history, administering treatments, maintaining equipment, and ensuring patient confidentiality in line with HIPAA. 12-hour shifts on PRN daytime hours and a strong benefits package are offered.