Performs specialized duty work functions preparing for and responding to fire/medical emergency calls and providing general support within the Fire Department.

Responsibilities This position description is subject to change at any time as needed to meet the requirements of the program or company.

Maintains readiness for emergency call response; responds to fire, medical, and related emergency calls when dispatched and takes proper action; Educates staff and public on fire safety/prevention; and performs Fire Department activities.

Responds to emergency calls, assesses the situation, obtains a basic medical history and physical examination of the patient, and provides emergency care at the scene and during transit to the hospital.

Uses necessary medical equipment to assess the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness.

Communicates with the paramedic and the Medical Officer about the patient's condition, status, and arrival time.

Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within EMS operations. Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks.

Skills Must read, write, and speak English fluently. Excellent communicative skills, both written & verbal. Computer skills, copier/scanning experience and the ability to learn newly admitted equipment into the EMS inventory. Preferred, seasoned instructor in the EMS career field.

Physical Requirements: Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Working Environment: Must be physically able to operate a variety of machines, tools and equipment which includes a motor vehicle, computer, stretchers, litters, medical equipment, etc. Must be physically able to carry objects, patients or materials. Must be able to exert in excess of one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of fifty pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for very heavy work. Candidate will work on shifts consisting of consists of days, swings and midnight-shifts. Position will require lifting, pulling and dragging. Candidate must be able to lift at minimum 100lbs.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education/Certificates: Two years related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required. Nationally Registered as an EMT-Basic. Holds a CPR/BLS and First Aid certifications. Bachelor s Degree or above is an attribute.

Experience: Must have a minimum of 2 years experience in emergency health care setting. Must have a minimum of two years of experience working on an emergency response ambulance. Extensive Fire Fighting and Emergency Service Experience