Paramedic

NaphCare, Inc.; Orlando, Tampa (FL, FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Paramedic in correctional healthcare, where your skills will make a significant impact. This role offers diverse responsibilities, from responding to emergencies to administering treatments in a secure environment. With a commitment to quality healthcare, you'll work alongside a dedicated team, ensuring the well-being of individuals in residence. New graduates are encouraged to apply, and you'll receive training in this unique field. Enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits, including health insurance from day one, tuition assistance, and opportunities for career advancement. Make a difference in your community and apply today!

Benefits

Health, dental & vision insurance

401K with company contribution

Tuition Assistance

Referral bonuses

Generous paid time off

Free continuing education

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Completion of an EMT or Paramedic program required.
• CPR Certification and ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergencies and administer medications.
• Assist with patient assessments and document vital signs.
• Ensure safety and security during medical procedures.

Skills

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

CPR Certification

Patient Assessment

IV Initiation

EKG Performance

Medication Administration

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Completion of Paramedic Program

Job description

Paramedic

Location

US-FL-Tampa

ID

2025-20973

Category

Other Healthcare Roles

Position Type

Full-Time

Overview

NaphCare is seeking to hire a Paramedic to join our team of medical professionals in the Hillsborough County Jail in Tampa, Florida.

As a Correctional 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 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 resuscitations
• Placement of king tubes
• Perform EKGs
• Assist with treatments and procedures in emergency clinic
• Initiate IVs
• Administer nebulized medication treatments
• Provide post trauma stabilization and care
• Take and document all patient history and vital signs
• Complete intake screening
• Draw blood
• Assist with examinations
• 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

If you want a career where you can truly make a difference, apply now or send your resume to [e-mail] to speak to a recruiter and learn more about this position and NaphCare.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

Want a better idea of what it's like to work in a jail? See what our LPNs do:

NaphCare - Life as an LPN - YouTube

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