EMT First Responder: Jail Medical Care

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Plainview (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is seeking an EMT to respond to medical calls at Bell County Jail in Belton, TX. The EMT assesses patients, documents medical history, and provides on-site and during-transport care under physician supervision.

The role requires an active EMT-Basic certification and CPR certification, with hourly pay from $15.00 to $25.00 based on qualifications and budget. This is a full-time position in OSI Jail Operations.

Qualifications

• High School equivalent education completed.
• At least 1 year of related experience.
• Active EMT-Basic certification and CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Direct Patient Care: serves patients under physician direction and within EMT scope.
• Emergency Response: provide emergent, urgent, and routine care and basic life support.
• Patient Assessments: evaluate patients' medical conditions and history.
• Clinical Activity Documentation: document conditions, history and treatments.
• Medication Administration: administer prescribed treatments and medications.
• Provides Clinical Assistance: support physicians during procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

Skills

EMT-Basic certification

CPR certification

Education

High School equivalent

Job description

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) is seeking an EMT to respond to medical calls at Bell County Jail in Belton, TX. The EMT assesses patients, documents medical history, and provides on-site and during-transport care under physician supervision.

The role requires an active EMT-Basic certification and CPR certification, with hourly pay from $15.00 to $25.00 based on qualifications and budget. This is a full-time position in OSI Jail Operations.