CUCF - EMT

State of Utah Office of the Governor • Gunnison, UT

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Correctional Health Services is seeking to hire a certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to provide emergency medical care to the inmate population at the Central Utah Correctional Facility (CUCF) in Gunnison, Utah. This role requires the ability to work effectively with medical staff, officers, and incarcerated individuals. An offer of employment is contingent upon successfully passing a DHHS background check, pre-employment drug testing, and a Utah Department of Corrections (UDC) background screening.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted certification as Emergency Medical Technician in the State of Utah.
• Have the ability to work well with medical staff, officers, and individuals who are incarcerated.

Nice To Haves

• BLS and ACLS certifications

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care to the inmate population at CUCF.
• Administer medications as ordered by a CHS medical or psychiatric provider.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in the assessment of patients requesting healthcare services.
• Complete crisis evaluations for patients experiencing mental health emergencies.
• Administers medications consistent with CHS policies and procedures.
• Performs physical assessments of patients, and refers patients requiring further evaluation or treatment to a registered nurse, physician or other health care professional.
• Maintains emergency kits; checks for missing and/or outdated supplies and restocks them as necessary; restocks medical equipment and replenishes first-aid equipment and supplies in the treatment area.
• Performs a variety of treatments including, but not limited to, diabetic care, obtaining vital signs, EKG's, blood draws, wound care, and dressing changes.
• Receives information from the referent to determine priority and assess client's needs for services.
• Ensures that there is an adequate supply of materials available.
• Prepares and/or processes documents; reviews for accuracy and completeness; updates information and/or evaluates against policy; compares elements for consistency or logical relationships, etc.
• Orders, receives, inspects, and stores equipment, merchandise, commodities, materials, and/or supplies.

Benefits

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

What This Job Offers

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