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(Archived) Emergency Medical Technician
Job Description
Our Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides general emergency care to inmate patients including initial examination upon in-take and responding to day-to-day medical issues with inmate patients and responding to medical emergencies
Provides rapid response to apparent medical emergencies throughout the correctional facility.Must be proficient in CPR and recognizing needs to use this technique.Must be competent in handling emergencies utilizing basic life support equipment.Assesses and identifies health problems of new inmates and develops medical record.Administers prescribed treatment and medication to inmate patients as needed and medically required, and within licensing authorization.Perform other duties as assigned.
CCS is an EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Employer
Education:
- Requires successful completion of an Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic course
Experience:
- Prior experience in a correctional or jail setting preferred
Licenses/Certifications:
- Requires unrestricted current certification or registration in state of practice