Emergency Medical Technician / in Bernalillo

CorrHealth; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

CorrHealth seeks a qualified EMS professional to respond to emergencies in a correctional facility, perform initial examinations upon intake, and address daily medical needs of inmates. The role requires compassionate care, rapid decision-making, and adherence to HIPAA and facility policies.

The ideal candidate has EMT or Paramedic training with current certification and is prepared to work in a secure environment. Weekend/shift coverage is possible, with a focus on safety and patient dignity.

Qualifications

• EMT or Paramedic coursework completed with current certification.
• Current and unrestricted certification or registration in the state of employment.
• Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides rapid response to apparent medical emergencies throughout the correctional facility.
• Assesses and identifies health problems of new patients and develops medical records; provides additional care based on assessment and history.
• Documents medical history, treatment, and prescription drug use for patients.
• Restocks, sterilizes, and maintains medical emergency bags and equipment.

Skills

EMT/Paramedic certification

CPR/BLS certification

Correctional healthcare experience

Education

EMT or Paramedic program

State licensure/certification

Job description

Schedule: Tues-Thurs, 12:00p-12:00a (36/hrs weekly)

Position Overview

Responds to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to patients of correctional facility. Also assists with initial examination upon in-take and responding to day-to-day medical issues with inmate population.

Essential Job Duties

• Provides rapid response to apparent medical emergencies throughout the correctional facility
• Assesses and identifies health problems of new patients and develops medical record. Additional care is provided based upon assessment of the patient and obtaining historical information.
• Documents medical history, treatment, and prescription drug use for patients
• Helps to restock, sterilize, and maintain medical emergency bags and equipment

Minimum Education/Experience Requirements

• Successful completion of an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course
• Current and unrestricted certification or registration in state of employment
• Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting is preferred

Additional Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Competencies

• Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients
• Excellent verbal and written comprehension
• Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to use a computer and use/learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs
• Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment
• Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates

Employment Requirements

• Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position
• Must have current CPR/BLS certification
• Must have current TB test (taken within one year)
• Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook
• Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers
• Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements

Security Requirements

• Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures

Physical/Mental Requirements

This position routinely requires (but is not limited to) the following:

• Ability to both remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs
• Ability to position oneself in different spaces
• Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information.
• Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances
• Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations
• Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds

Work Environment

Work is performed inside a correctional facility. Employees are exposed to some level of risk and/or harm by inmates, including exposure to blood borne pathogens. Employee is expected to work in accordance with all security rules and regulations to minimize the risk of danger and/or harm to themselves or other employees.

Correctional Nurse / Correctional Healthcare / Correctional Nursing / Corrections / County Corrections / Corrections Nurse / Corrections Healthcare / Correctional Medicine / Forensic Nursing / Jail Nursing

Other

Employee must comply with all current and future State, Federal, and Local laws and regulations, court orders, Administrative Directives and standards and policies and procedures of the site where assigned, including those of professional organizations such as ACA, NCCHC, etc.Employee must treat every other member of the CorrHealth team, all correctional personnel, all inmates and third parties in the facility with the proper dignity and respect. Actions or communications that are inappropriate or degrading will not be tolerated.

Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable).