Emergency Medical Technician
Company: Wellpath
Location: Flagstaff
Posted on: August 2, 2022
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Job Description:
Why Wellpath: Here at Wellpath, everything that we do is about
taking care of people - our patients, our staff and our partners.
We are committed to making a difference by providing hope and
healing to vulnerable patients in challenging clinical
environments. Our talented, compassionate team thrives in an
autonomous environment, is empowered and supported by education,
training and the resources to practice healthcare the way it is
meant to be and strives to "Always Do The Right Thing!" About this
role: Our Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) provides general
emergency care to patients including initial examination upon
in-take and responding to day-to-day medical issues with patient
patients and responding to medical emergencies Additional Details:
***Strong Pay ranges depending on experience, as well as a $5k sign
on bonus, $2,500 paid after 45 days, the remaining $2,500 paid
after 6 months of Employment!*** What you bring to the table:
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
What you will do:
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 patients and
develops medical record.
Administers prescribed treatment and medication to patient patients
as needed and medically required, and within licensing
authorization.
Documents all prescription drug use for patient patients according
to established drug recordkeeping practices.
Prepares equipment and assists physician and/or physician extender
during examination and treatment. Sterilizes and maintains
equipment so it is ready for the next use.
Documents medical history and treatment of patient patients, using
standard medical record procedures.
Maintains confidentiality and security of health records and
protected health information (PHI) in compliance with HIPAA
requirements.
Is aware of emergency procedures in the event of emergency or
crisis situations and the appropriate plan of action governed by
triage and written guidelines.
Willing to assist coworkers in job duties and work overtime if
required. May act as a resource to other coworkers.
Provides clear and concise communication (written and verbal) to
coworkers, supervisors, jail administration and patients.
Provide/participate in monthly continuing education meetings within
the correctional facility.
Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a variety
of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow
standardized procedures that may call for deviations.
Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of
instructions and apply knowledge to different factual
situations.
Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to details.
Must be able to work under stress on a regular or continuous
basis.
Post orders, if applicable, per site contract.
Perform other duties as assigned. Wellpath is an
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Employer
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