Firefighter EMT/Paramedic

The City of Bella Vista is located in the NW corner of the state of Arkansas. We have nearly 100 miles of bicycle/walking trails that wind through beautiful hills and wooded areas, seven 7 lakes and several 18-hole and 9-hole golf courses. It's a great place for outdoor enthusiasts. Our Fire/EMS department uses state of the art equipment on ambulance calls including ceribral pulse oximiter and is also one of just a few municipal fire based community paramedic programs in the state. We are currently accepting applications from experienced, and entry level Firefighter Paramedics and Firefighter EMTs. Pay will be based on level of experience. All firefighters at the city are required to be a certified Paramedic or EMT.

City of Bella Vista Firefighter EMT/Paramedics work a 48/96 shift schedule. Duties consist of specialized work in the handling and treatment of patients in emergency medical situations as well as in the area of firefighting in a manner conducive to the safety and comfort of all and adhering to instructions provided by the Ambulance officer or his/her designee.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Responds to a variety of emergency situations including, but not limited to fires, accidents, medical and rescue emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
• May perform search and rescue, ventilation, fire suppression, and hazardous materials clean-up duties at the scene of a fire or accident, or other emergency situation.
• Drives, attends, and/or accompanies another Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic to and from locations when called to provide service.
• Operate all emergency equipment and troubleshoot if necessary.
• Conducts systematized assessment of injuries to victims for determination of prioritizing the transportation of medical patients and methods of controlling all injuries.
• Utilizes medical equipment and procedures.
• Effectively communicates with patients and bystanders and relays information from the field to the hospital. Provides emotional support when needed.
• Acts as a team leader and takes responsibility for scene management as needed.
• Maintains vehicles in efficient operating condition and maintains a clean and well-stocked ambulance.
• Operates vehicle radio in compliance with accepted policies and procedures of the Bella Vista Fire and EMS and the Bella Vista Police Communication Center and adheres to all Federal Communication Commission (FCC) guidelines.
• Inspects, cleans, and restocks equipment, tools, and supplies on vehicles and in the fire station.
• Completes necessary and accurate documentation following emergency events.
• Performs routine building and equipment maintenance and repair work at the fire station.
• Participates in training activities and programs to maintain required certifications and to learn new equipment and techniques.
• Respects the confidentiality of clients and meet all Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) requirements.

Benefits:
City Paid: Life & Long-term Disability Plans
Employee shares cost of: Medical, Dental, Vision, Optional Life, Short-term Disability Plans
Flexible Spending Accounts
Health Savings Account with City contribution
Variety of other optional insurance plans also available
State LOPFI retirement plan (employee & city contributions)
Paid vacation, sick, holidays

Requirements: High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years of age, valid driver's license with passenger endorsement, Certified Emergency Medical Technician-Paramedic (National Registry Preferred), 16-hour EVOC certified course, CPR, ACLS discipline, PALS, PHTLS (within 5 years), AMLS (within 5 years)

Application Deadline: Continuous