Emergency Medical Technician

Naphcare, Inc.; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & vision insurance

Prescriptions covered from day one

Low-cost benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

401K and Roth with company match

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Term life insurance at no cost

Generous PTO and holidays

Continuing education and CMEs

Job summary

NaphCare, Inc. seeks an EMT or Paramedic to join the medical team at the Las Vegas Detention Center in Las Vegas, NV. The role involves working with correctional staff to provide medical care to inmates within a controlled facility environment.

New grads are encouraged to apply; training will be provided in correctional healthcare. Duties include emergency response, patient assessments, and assisting with medical protocols while ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Completion of EMT or Paramedic program and ability to obtain state licenses.
• CPR certification and ongoing competency are required.
• Strong communication and patient-care skills essential in a correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with staff to ensure inmate health and safety.
• Perform patient assessments and collect health history and vital signs.
• Maintain medical equipment and supplies within the facility.
• Complete intake screenings and document medical information accurately.
• Administer medications and assist with medical procedures as directed by nurses.

Skills

CPR Certification

Communication Skills

Patient Care

Emergency Response

Interpersonal Skills

Education

EMT/Paramedic Certification

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

NaphCare is seeking to hire an EMT or Paramedic to join our team of medical professionals in the City of Las Vegas Detention Center in Las Vegas, NV.

As a Correctional EMT / Paramedic, you will work alongside correctional officers and other medical professionals to provide care to the individuals in residence. Working within a controlled environment, where security is top priority and the days are never dull, you will have various duties to keep you engaged including assessing and treating patients, responding to emergencies and assisting with medical protocols.

*New grads are encouraged to apply - we'll train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare! *

Responsibilities

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The EMT / Paramedic will play a critical role in our continued mission to provide quality healthcare that protects the rights, dignity, and health of our unique patient population. Duties and responsibilities may include and not be limited to:

• Responding to emergencies, administering medications, and coordinating with other staff to ensure inmate health and safety.
• Assist with performing patient assessments, interviewing patients about current health problems, medication history
• Taking vital signs including blood pressure, temperature, respiration, and weight, draw blood
• Documenting medical history including medications, treatment and medical conditions
• Assisting with the maintenance of medical equipment and supplies within the facility
• Complete intake screening
• Administer and read PPD
• Ensuring the safety and security of inmates and staff during medical procedures and transport
• Observing and reporting changes in patients’ physical or mental health to nurses

Qualifications

New grads are encouraged to apply!

Requirements / Qualifications

• Completion of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or a higher-level Paramedic program
• Ability to obtain the necessary state licenses for EMT or Paramedic
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Have CPR Certification
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Able to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Display integrity, professionalism and be able to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
• New graduates are encouraged to apply!

Physical Capabilities:

Must have the ability to stand for long periods, lift and move patients (up to 50 pounds), bend, squat, reach, push, pull, walk significant distances, and perform physically demanding tasks like CPR, all while maintaining good balance and endurance throughout a shift.

Why Join NaphCare?

NaphCare is one of the largest providers of healthcare services to correctional facilities throughout the US and we are growing. If you have never considered a career in correctional healthcare, now may be the time. In addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits, we strongly support career advancement within the company.

NaphCare Benefits for Full-Time Employees Include:

• Health, dental & vision insurance that starts day one!
• Prescriptions free of charge through our health plan, beginning day one!
• Lowest Cost Benefits!
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• 401K and Roth with company contribution that starts day one!
• Tuition Assistance
• Referral bonuses
• Term life insurance at no cost to the employee
• Generous paid time off & paid holidays
• Free continuing education and CMEs

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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