Emergency Medical Technician

Wexford Health Sources, Inc.; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. seeks an EMT for night shifts at Douglas County Correctional Center in Omaha, NE. The EMT will provide emergency and routine medical care within a secure healthcare setting under nursing leadership.

Responsibilities include patient assessments, treatments, triage, and collaboration with physicians and nurses. Requires EMT/Paramedic license, CPR, and clinical experience; correctional healthcare experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited EMT or Paramedic training program.
• Current EMT or Paramedic license in state of practice.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum of one year of clinical experience preferred.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments, obtain histories and vital signs, and document findings in the medical record.
• Provide treatments and procedures per medical orders, EMT protocols, and scope of practice.
• Perform screening, triage, and basic life support for routine and emergency needs.
• Assist with infirmary admissions, discharges, and ongoing patient care activities.
• Support physicians, nurses, and other staff in patient care delivery.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate changes to the team.

Skills

Patient assessment

Vital signs

Documentation

Basic life support

Triage

Clinical support

Communication

Education

Accredited EMT training program

Current EMT/Paramedic license

Current CPR certification

Job description

POSITION: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
SCHEDULE: Opportunities available for night shift
FACILITY: Douglas County Correctional Center
LOCATION: Omaha, NE
PAY RATE: $22-28/hr.

Are you ready to use your emergency medical skills in a fast-paced environment where every day brings opportunities to make a difference?

Wexford Health Sources, Inc. has been a leader in correctional healthcare for over 30 years, delivering quality, patient-centered care to underserved populations. As an EMT, you'll play a vital role in providing emergency and routine medical care while supporting the health and safety of patients within a secure healthcare setting.

Position Summary

Working under the direction of the Director of Nursing and licensed clinical staff, you'll provide emergency and non-emergency patient care while supporting the delivery of healthcare services throughout the facility. Your responsibilities will include:

• Conducting patient assessments, obtaining medical histories and vital signs, and documenting findings in the medical record
• Providing treatments and procedures in accordance with medical orders, EMT protocols, and scope of practice
• Performing screening, triage, and basic life support while responding to routine and emergency medical needs
• Assisting with infirmary admissions, discharges, and ongoing patient care activities
• Supporting physicians, nurses, and other healthcare staff in the delivery of patient care
• Maintaining accurate documentation, monitoring patient conditions, and communicating changes to the healthcare team

You’ll go beyond emergency response.
You’ll provide compassionate care, clinical support, and timely interventions that help improve patient outcomes every day.

What You’ll Need

• Graduate of an accredited EMT or Paramedic training program
• Current EMT or Paramedic license in state of practice
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience preferred
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred

Equal Opportunity Employer

We celebrate diversity and welcome all qualified candidates.

Your skills matter here. Your care can make all the difference.

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