Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) PRN

NaphCare is seeking to hire an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)to join our team of medical professionals in the Pima County Detention Center in Tucson Arizona.

As a Correctional EMT 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 - well train you in the exciting field of correctional healthcare! *

Job Duties / Responsibilities

The EMT 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 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

New grads are encouraged to apply!

Requirements / Qualifications

• Completion of an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
• Ability to obtain the necessary state licenses for EMT
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Must possess an active BLS CPR Certification (American Heart Association preferred)
• 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 addition to competitive salaries and generous employee benefits we strongly support career advancement within the company.

If you would like to speak with me to learn more about this position and NaphCare apply directly to the position to initiate the application process and Ill be in touch.

Equal Opportunity Employer: disability/veteran

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