State of Connecticut Executive Branch

Correctional Medical Attendant (2260CO)

$29.79-$39.08 Hourly / $2,159.39-$2,833.03 BiWeekly /
$56,360.00-$73,942.00 Yearly

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

In the Department of Correction this class is accountable for providing paraprofessional medical care to inmate patients and assisting in their custody and care.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Initially works under the close supervision of a physician, advanced practice registered nurse (APRN), physician’s assistant, registered nurse or an official of higher grade; works more independently with acquired experience.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

  • Provides paraprofessional medical care to inmate patients;
  • Applies first aid, casts and dressings;
  • Conducts basic physical examinations;
  • Draws blood;
  • Maintains custody of patient inmates and assists in their care;
  • Assists in daily sick call;
  • Screens inmate requests;
  • Schedules appointments and refers medical problems beyond their capabilities to attending medical staff;
  • Assists doctors or nurses in care of inmate patients;
  • Keeps records and makes reports; orders supplies and equipment;
  • Assists correctional officers as needed;
  • May distribute medication; 
  • May conduct intake interviews for newly admitted inmate’s medical histories;
  • May serve as part of the facility emergency response team;
  • May assist custody and provide escort service to patients in emergencies;
  • Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

  • Knowledge of paramedicine, patient care and first aid;
  • Considerable
    • interpersonal skills;
    • oral communication skills;
  • Ability to perform under stress.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - GENERAL EXPERIENCE

Two (2) years of experience as a licensed paramedic in the State of Connecticut.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Incumbents in this class must have reached their 21st birthday. 
  • Incumbents in this class may be required to possess and retain a current Connecticut Motor Vehicle operator's license.

CHARACTER REQUIREMENTS

In addition to the checking of references and of facts stated in the application a thorough background investigation of each candidate may be made before persons are certified for permanent appointment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must possess general good health and retain sufficient strength, stamina, agility and visual and auditory acuity to perform all the duties of the class. Incumbents will be required to pass a physical examination.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be exposed to the significant stress of confinement within a dangerous and volatile prison population; may be exposed to considerable danger of injury or assault by inmates.

JOB CLASS DESIGNATION

Classified/Non-Competitive

OCCUPATIONAL GROUP

(25)-Patient and Inmate Care

BARGAINING UNIT

(08)-CORR OFFICERS (NP-4)

EEO

(4)-Protective Service

SALARY INFORMATION

CO 08

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes.  As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.

CANCELLATION CLAUSE

This replaces the existing specification for the class of Correctional Medical Attendant in Salary Group CO 08 approved effective August 17, 2022. (Revised to update terminology, modernize format and add an Acknowledgement section). Final No. 23-319

EFFECTIVE DATE

12/18/2023
CLASS: 2260CO; EST: 9/28/1973; REV: 12/22/2023;