Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Job Title

This role supports the daily operations of the Luna County Detention Center Medical Department.

Job Description

Under the direction of the Health Services Administrator (HSA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Registered Nurse (RN), and Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), this position assists the nursing staff with fundamental nursing duties and is involved in a wide range of medical tasks, such as responding to emergency calls to provide efficient and immediate care to patients of the correctional facility. Also assists with initial examination upon intake and responding to day-to-day medical issues with inmate population. The ideal candidate will have the skills to deal with individuals at all levels, including detainees, officers, and other Detention Center employees.

Examples of Duties

The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

• Provides rapid response to apparent medical emergencies throughout the correctional facility
• Assesses and identifies health problems of new patients and develops medical records.
• Additional care is provided based upon assessment of the patient and obtaining historical information.
• Document medical history, treatment, and prescription drug use for patients
• Helps to restock, sterilize, and maintain medical emergency bags and equipment
• Additional duties as assigned

Typical Qualifications

The minimum qualifications for this position are:

• Successful completion of an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course
• Current and unrestricted certification or registration in state of employment
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen
• Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting is preferred

Supplemental Information

Works under the direction of the HSA, NP, RN, and LPN. Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Supplemental: Life Insurance, Deferred Compensation, Flexible Spending Account, AFLAC, Long/Short Term Disability. Fringe Benefits: Retirement Plan, Holiday Leave, Paid Time Off, Employee Assistance Program. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.