Emergency Medical Technician / Paramedic

Full Job Description

The Michigan Department of Corrections is proud to be a Michigan Veteran's Affairs Agency (MVAA) Gold Level Veteran Friendly Employer.

MDOC is proud to employ nearly 1,500 veterans and actively serving military members across the department.

The Department has many benefits and services available to support our military and veteran employees, spouses, and families.

Learn more about what makes MDOC a Gold-Level Veteran Friendly Employer here.

Under the direction of the Medical Provider (MP)/ Charge Nurse, the Paramedic follows assigned duties. Provides urgent,
emergent and routine care to prisoners and staff, when needed. Maintains licensure where applicable, including ACLS
certification. Follows MDOC policies and procedures. The Paramedic is expected to exercise considerable judgment in
selecting the most appropriate course of action for emergent, life threatening situations. The Paramedic performs IV
insertions, blood draws, and provides appropriate ACLS interventions. The employee may be hired for a specific area, but
on occasion, may be held responsible to move to any medical setting within the facility or complex. Works 100% of the time
within the secured perimeter of the prison.

Requirements

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Education

Education typically acquired through completion of high school.

Experience

One year of experience in emergency medical services or closely related field.


 

Qualifications

 

Additional Information

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic licenses that are recognized nationally or by other states will meet the licensure requirement; however, employees have 6 months from the date of employment to obtain the appropriate MDHHS licensure.

Must possess a valid driver's license and the ability to obtain a valid Michigan driver's license.

Positions in this class are test-designated and subject to pre-appointment and random-selection drug and alcohol testing.

Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic-A:
Positions require possession of a MDHHS Paramedic license, American Heart Association BLS certification, and American Heart Association ACLS certification.

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All required documents must be attached and submitted at the time of application for further consideration. Applications must be submitted through NEOGOV to be considered.

Interested applicants who are attaching transcripts must attach a copy of your official college transcripts indicating the specific type of degree earned and the conferred/graduation date.

More information regarding what constitutes an official transcript can be found here.

(un-official or web based transcripts will not be accepted) If you have questions or need assistance uploading and/or attaching your documents, please call the Office of Career Services toll free at 1-800-788-1766.The Department of Corrections may screen out job applicants who have been convicted of a felony in accordance with Public Act 191 of 2017.

Applicants who have been convicted of a misdemeanor or felony are ineligible for employment with the Department of Corrections until satisfactory completion of any sentence imposed, including parole or probation.**** REQUIRED INFORMATION: Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services.

All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.

Ethical Standards and Conduct (Note: you do not need to fill out the form)

New hires to the MDOC along with previous MDOC employees that are returning after being away from the department for more than two years will complete Non-Custody New Employee Training (NCNET) either 40 hours or 80 hours of initial in-person training based on their level of offender contact and job classification.

All new employees will complete additional online training to successfully complete their non-custody new employee training.