Paramedic, G111, Sheriff's Department

Job Title

Paramedical Care Provider

Job Description

This position is responsible for providing paramedical care and medical assistance to county inmates.

Major Duties

- Responds to and treats inmate and employee medical emergencies.

- Arranges transport of inmates to the hospital as appropriate.

- Completes all required reports; maintains inmate charts and records.

- Receives verbal orders from physicians and transcribes physician order sheets.

- Orders prescribed medications, supplies, and equipment.

- Prepares and administers medications as ordered by the physician.

- Verifies inmate identification prior to administering medications or other treatments.

- Maintains accurate and complete narcotics records.

- Admits, transfers, and discharges inmates.

- Assists physicians and dentists with patient care.

- Performs inmate restraint assessments on new inmates.

- Monitors and documents inmate behavior when administering psychotropic medications.

- Responds to inmate medical requests; makes assessments; determines the need for referrals; administers treatment.

- Assists correctional officers as needed.

- Performs any other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

- Knowledge of county and departmental policies and procedures.

- Knowledge of medical terminology.

- Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the paramedical care of patients.

- Knowledge of medical screening protocols.

- Skill in the preparation of clear and precise reports.

- Skill in the care of patients.

- Skill in the preparation and delivery of training and instruction.

- Skill in oral and written communication.

- Ability to communicate orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

Minimum Qualifications

- Must have a high school diploma or GED from an accredited institution.

- Must have at least one (1) year of experience.

- Must have an EMS certification.

Supplemental Information

Complexity/Scope of Work

- The work consists of related duties in providing health screening and paramedical care to inmates. The unique needs of each inmate contribute to the complexity of the position.

- The purpose of this position is to provide paramedical care to inmates. Success in this position contributes to the health and safety of inmates.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

Occasionally

- Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, and poles.

- Moving oneself in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments, including tight and confined spaces.

- Adjusting or moving objects up to 50 pounds in all directions.

- Assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

- Working in low temperatures.

- Working in high temperatures.

- Working in outdoor elements such as precipitation and wind.

- Working in noisy environments.

- Working in small and/or enclosed spaces.

- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

- Light work that includes carrying objects up to 20 pounds.

- Medium work that includes carrying objects up to 50 pounds.

- Heavy work that includes carrying objects up to 100 pounds or more.

Constantly

- Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

- Moving to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

- Communicating with others to exchange information.

- Repeating motions that may include the use of wrists, hands, and/or fingers.

Other Requirements/Information

- Must possess a valid and current Texas Driver's License or a Texas Identification card.

- The Webb County Drug and Alcohol Policy applies to this position. Pre-employment drug and alcohol testing, a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, and a criminal background check are required.

- This position is covered by Civil Service; therefore, it is subject to the Civil Service Rules and Regulations in addition to all other Webb County policies.

Valid Texas Driver's License or Texas Identification Card* *If the applicant holds an out-of-state Driver's License or Identification card, a State of Texas Driver's License or Texas Identification Card must be obtained prior to employment.