Health Technician (Paramedic)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Aliceville, AL

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Position located in the Health Services Department at a Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) correctional facility. Primarily responsible for providing emergency assessment and medical care to inmate patients. First responder at the scene of sudden illness or emergency and sometimes encounters situations which may be life threatening. Determines, upon consultation with a medical provider (physician/physician assistant/nurse practitioner), the most appropriate method of transportation to the local hospital. Prioritizes treatments for patients having multiple problems and employs a variety of established medical emergency procedures, techniques, methods and equipment, including the performance of emergency triage. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• Must maintain a current, active, and unrestricted certification as a National Registry Paramedic (NRP) OR maintain a current, active state Paramedic license in the state of the position being applied for.
• Must upload proof of a NRP certification or Paramedic license at the time of application.
• Must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 09/30/2027.
• Resume must support responses to the online questionnaire and qualification requirements.
• Must complete the USA Hire assessment within 48 hours of the closing date if required.
• Must provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to the first day of duty if qualified based on education.
• Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a pre-employment and panel interview, urinalysis, physical, and background investigation.
• All applicants are subject to and must satisfactorily pass all screening requirements in relation to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit check.
• Successful completion of the "Introduction to Correctional Techniques," three-week training course at Glynco, Georgia is required.
• May be required to serve a 1-year probationary period.

Nice To Haves

• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Providing emergency assessment and medical care to inmate patients.
• Serving as a first responder at the scene of sudden illness or emergency.
• Determining the most appropriate method of transportation to the local hospital in consultation with a medical provider.
• Prioritizing treatments for patients with multiple problems.
• Employing a variety of established medical emergency procedures, techniques, methods and equipment, including the performance of emergency triage.
• Maintaining the security of the institution.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Nonforeign Area Cost-of-Living Allowances (COLA) may apply in certain locations (e.g., FDC Honolulu, HI, MDC Guaynabo, PR).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level