Emergency Medical Tech

Wellpath; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 29,756 - 33,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and 401(k)

DailyPay for immediate pay

Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships

Employee Assistance Program

Company-paid life insurance

Tax-free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)

Wellness program

Preferred banking partnership

Job summary

Wellpath / Correct Care Solutions in West Palm Beach is looking for an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). The EMT will provide essential medical care to inmate patients, including initial examinations and ongoing care.

This role involves emergency response and ensuring patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA. The ideal candidate will have completed an EMT course and have experience in a correctional setting. The position offers various benefits, including medical coverage and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Assess and document the medical history and treatment.
• Ensure equipment is maintained and sterilized.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with HIPAA regulations.
• Communicate clearly with coworkers and supervisors.

Skills

Emergency medical response

CPR knowledge

Patient confidentiality

Communication skills

Education

High school graduate or G.E.D.

Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician – Correctional Facilities

Wellpath is hiring an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide essential medical care to inmate patients within correctional facilities. The role involves initial examinations, ongoing medical care, and emergency response for inmate populations.

Compensation

$21.6–$24 per hour.

Key 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.

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• High school graduate or G.E.D.
• Successful completion of an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course.

Experience

• Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting preferred.

Licenses/Certifications

• Unrestricted current certification or registration in state of practice.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Paid time off and 401(k)
• DailyPay for immediate pay
• Tuition assistance and dependent scholarships
• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling and health coaching
• Company‑paid life insurance
• Tax‑free Health Spending Accounts (HSA)
• Wellness program including fitness memberships and product discounts
• Preferred banking partnership and discounted rates for home and auto loans

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