Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT/EMT, Paramedic)

NaphCare•Buckeye, AZ

5d•$23 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

NaphCare is hiring Advanced Emergency Medical Technicians, Emergency Medical Technicians (AEMTs/EMTs) and Paramedics to join our team of medical professionals in the Lewis Facility in Buckeye, AZ. Pay rates range from $ 23.00 to $24.00 per hour based on shift, site needs, licensure/certification, and experience. As a Correctional AEMT / 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. AEMTs / Paramedics 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

Requirements

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)
Be able to obtain BLS CPR Certification (AHA preferred)
Ability to interact effectively with patients from diverse backgrounds, including those with mental health or substance abuse issues
Must have the ability to maintain confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information and integrity, professionalism and ability to adhere to a Code of Conduct and comply with all facility(s) correctional healthcare policies, procedures, and legal requirements
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
Must pass the facility’s criminal background check and drug screening
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.

Responsibilities

Responding to emergencies
Administering medications
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