Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Position Overview:

The The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides emergency medical response basic healthcare services and medical support within a federally contracted ICE Short-Term Residential Facility.

Working under the direction of the Health Services Administrator Registered Nurse or other licensed healthcare provider the EMT is responsible for responding to medical incidents conducting patient assessments providing basic life support assisting with clinical operations and supporting the overall health and safety of residents staff and visitors. This role requires sound judgment strong communication skills professionalism and the ability to respond effectively in emergency situations while maintaining compliance with facility policies and applicable healthcare standards.

Key Responsibilities/Essential Functions:

Emergency Response and Patient Care

• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and provide Basic Life Support (BLS) services within the scope of EMT certification.
• Conduct patient assessments obtain vital signs document findings and communicate patient conditions to healthcare providers.
• Assist with triage and evaluation of residents presenting with illness injury or medical concerns.
• Provide emergency care and stabilization until advanced medical personnel or outside emergency services arrive.
• Coordinate emergency transportation and facilitate communication with local EMS agencies and receiving healthcare facilities as needed.
• Assist residents with basic healthcare needs and support continuity of care efforts.

Clinical Support

• Assist physicians nurses and other healthcare personnel with routine clinical operations and patient care activities.
• Prepare examination and treatment areas and ensure clinical supplies are adequately stocked.
• Assist with health screenings intake assessments and routine monitoring activities as directed.
• Support infection prevention and control measures throughout the facility.
• Maintain emergency response equipment and medical supplies in a state of readiness.

Documentation and Compliance

• Complete accurate timely and thorough documentation of assessments treatments incidents and resident interactions.
• Maintain confidentiality of protected health information in accordance with HIPAA and facility policies.
• Adhere to all healthcare protocols standing orders and clinical procedures.

Collaboration and Professional Conduct

• Work collaboratively with healthcare staff facility leadership security personnel and external healthcare providers.
• Participate in emergency preparedness drills training exercises and staff development activities.
• Maintain professional conduct and effective communication when interacting with residents staff contractors and visitors.

Required Qualifications & Core Competencies:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification in the state of practice.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Valid drivers license if required by facility operations.
• Ability to obtain and maintain all required facility clearances background investigations and security requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to maintain electronic records.
• One (1) year or more of EMT experience.

Desired Skills:

• Experience working in correctional detention residential emergency response urgent care or community healthcare settings.
• Experience working with diverse populations in a structured environment.
• Additional emergency response certifications or training.
• Bilingual in Spanish or another commonly encountered language

Conditions of Employment:

• Employees must be a U.S. Citizen or a Legal Permanent Resident
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of the following screening:
• • Federal background investigation (up to and including a Tier 4 DHS clearance)
  • Criminal history check
  • Verification of employment and education history
  • Compliance with all government credentialing requirements
  • Drug Screening
• Employees must adhere to all federal security confidentiality and operational protocols while working within government facilities.
• Must be able to speak read and write in English
• Anovaeon operates 24 hours/365 days and requires the flexibility to work additional hours nights weekends and holidays
• Must show proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.
• Internal background check to the satisfaction of contract requirements.
• If applicable Child Abuse/ Neglect Report (CAN) or child protective services check with no adverse findings.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand walk bend reach and move throughout the facility for extended periods.
• Ability to lift carry push or pull up to 50 pounds with assistance when appropriate.
• Ability to assist with patient movement emergency response activities and transportation of medical equipment.
• Ability to perform duties requiring physical stamina and rapid response during emergency situations.
• Must be able to read write and communicate effectively in English to interact with staff visitors and vendors and to complete required documentation accurately.

Work Environment:

The EMT works within a federally contracted ICE Short-Term Residential Facility providing healthcare services in a secure residential setting. The position may involve exposure to communicable diseases medical emergencies and emotionally challenging situations. Employees are expected to maintain professionalism follow all safety and security procedures and support the facilitys commitment to providing safe humane and compliant resident care.

Other Duties & Information:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

• Position Type: Full-Time
• Travel Requirements: None
• Location: On-Site

About Anovaeon LLC:

Anovaeon LLC is a solutions-driven company providing end-to-end expertise in humanitarian response. We dont staff projectswe bring the right teams with the right tools guided by innovative leadership that together deliver operational success. From disaster response and recovery to migration and emergency preparedness we integrate strategic leadership with hands-on execution. Our team combines deep industry experience with data-driven solutions ensuring our partners are well equipped to mitigate crises effectively and deliver real impact and mission success.

Anovaeon LLC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type on the basis of actual or perceived race color national origin ancestry sex (including pregnancy childbirth breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy childbirth or breastfeeding) gender gender identity and gender expression religious creed disability (mental and physical) including HIV and AIDS medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics) genetic information age marital status civil union status sexual orientation military and veteran status denial of family and medical care leave arrest record and/or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal state or local law.

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