Emergency Medical Technician / Swing
$3,952,000–$4,576,000 year
On-siteBrighton, Colorado, United States
Brighton, Colorado, United StatesOn-siteFull Time$3,952,000–$4,576,000 yearMedium
Full TimeMedium
Job Summary
Respond to emergency calls throughout the correctional facility to provide immediate patient care and assist with initial examinations for new intakes. Assess health problems, develop medical records, and document history, treatments, and prescription drug use for inmates. Maintain medical emergency bags and equipment by restocking and sterilizing supplies. Work Sunday through Tuesday from 12:00 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. with overtime availability. This role supports the CorrHealth team in a secure environment requiring adherence to strict safety protocols and HIPAA compliance.
Required Qualifications
- Successful completion of an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course
- Current and unrestricted certification or registration in state of employment
- Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting is preferred
- Clear and effective verbal and written communication with all coworkers, supervisors, jail administration, and patients
- Excellent verbal and written comprehension
- Excellent deductive reasoning and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent organizational skills
- Ability to use a computer and use/learn a variety of software, including site-specific computer programs
- Must demonstrate ability to appropriately and safely use standard medical equipment
- Ability to respect the dignity and confidentiality of inmates
- Must maintain all certifications, educational requirements, licensing, etc. for this position
- Must have current CPR/BLS certification
- Must have current TB test (taken within one year)
- Must adhere to all facility policies and procedures as well as the policies and procedures listed in the Employee Handbook
- Willing to assist coworkers in the job duties and work overtime if required; may act as a resource to other coworkers
- Maintains confidentiality, dignity, and security of health records and protected health information in compliance with HIPAA requirements
- Must undergo security training and orientation on facility safety policies and procedures
- Ability to both remain stationary and move/traverse throughout the facility, including up and down flights of stairs
- Ability to position oneself in different spaces
- Ability to convey and discern information in a conversation, frequently communicate with patients; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Ability to identify and detect objects and assess situations from a variety of distances
- Ability to stay calm in stressful and demanding situations
- Frequently transports objects up to 50 pounds
- Must be able to pass a background check and pre-employment drug test (as applicable)
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