Emergency Medical Technician / Swing

CorrHealth • Brighton, CO

17h • Onsite

About The Position

The Emergency Medical Technician responds to emergency calls and provides efficient, immediate care to patients in a correctional facility. The role also assists with initial examinations during intake and responds to day-to-day medical issues involving the inmate population. The position requires maintaining patient dignity and confidentiality, following facility security and safety procedures, and complying with applicable laws, regulations, and site policies. Work is performed inside a correctional facility, where employees may face risks from inmates and exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

Requirements

• Successful completion of an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course.
• Current and unrestricted certification or registration in the state of employment.
• Current CPR/BLS certification.
• Current TB test taken within one year.
• Maintain all certifications, educational requirements, and licensing required for the position.
• Communicate clearly and effectively, verbally and in writing, with coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients.
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and written comprehension, deductive reasoning, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to use a computer and use or learn a variety of software, including site-specific programs.
• Ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment.
• Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates.
• Complete security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures.
• Pass a background check and pre-employment drug test, as applicable.
• Treat team members, correctional personnel, inmates, and third parties with dignity and respect.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond rapidly to apparent medical emergencies throughout the correctional facility.
• Assess new patients, identify health problems, develop medical records, and provide additional care based on assessment and historical information.
• Document patients’ medical history, treatment, and prescription drug use.
• Restock, sterilize, and maintain medical emergency bags and equipment.
• Assist coworkers with job duties and work overtime if required.
• Maintain the confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA.
• Follow facility policies, procedures, security rules, and safety requirements.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed