Firefighter (Single Role)

VIRGINIA FIRE DEPARTMENT IS SEEKING QUALIFIED APPLICANTS FOR THE POSITIONS OF SINGLE ROLE EMT & PARAMEDIC FOR A JOB DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION: WWW.VIRGINIAMN.US/EMPLOYMENT OR CONTACT SHERRY ERICKSON, HR DIRECTOR AT 218-748-7500. APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED TO CITY HALL, 327 1ST STREET SOUTH, VIRGINIA MN 55792 THIS POSTING IS OPEN UNTIL WE FILL ALL CURRENT VACANCIES DUTIES  Respond to emergency medical calls, render and administer medical aid to injured persons.  Responsible for vehicle operation for out-of-town transfers, maximizing patient care and responsibility.  Clean and prepare equipment, assist in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing as needed.  Perform housekeeping duties as part of the team at the Fire Department.  Assist in public education duties and participate in department training. QUALIFICATIONS:  A high school diploma or equivalent  Certification with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as an EMT or Paramedic and able to be certified as an EMT or Paramedic in the State of Minnesota.  Current CPR card. ACLS and PALS or pediatric equivalent required for Paramedic.  Valid vehicle operator equivalent to Minnesota class “D” and able to obtain MN class “B” if necessary.  Successfully pass the City of Virginia pre-employment medical examination, background check, and other exams as requested by the City of Virginia. BENEFITS: • GREAT STARTING PAY - Single Role Paramedics $49,599 annually; Single Role EMTs $43,276 annually • SET SCHEDULE OF WORK – Schedule of 12 hour shifts based on a rotating shift schedule • EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS – Medical, Dental, Life Insurance available • LEAVE TIME – Sick Leave, Vacation, and Personal Days (available after probationary period) • ON THE JOB TRAINING – Maintain, improve and grow your knowledge and skill by training and working with some of the best Firefighters/Paramedics in the State QUESTIONS: If you have any questions about the position, the department or any aspect of the job, we would love to talk to you! Please call 218-748-7520 between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday and ask for Deputy Chief Scott Frederickson. JOB DESCRIPTION CITY OF VIRGINIA Date Updated 3/1/18 Approved by x Bargaining Unit IAFF Local 390 Non-Bargaining I. TITLE: EMT/Paramedic II. RATE OF PAY: As per Bargaining Unit MOU III. REPORTS TO: Fire Chief IV. RESPONSIBILITIES (not meant to be inclusive of all duties to be assigned): 1. Respond to emergency medical calls. This involves rendering aid to victim(s) as required in accordance with department policy and medical direction. 2. Primary duty is vehicle operation for all out of town transfers. 3 . Rescue individuals from motor vehicle collisions and other emergency situations. Administers medical aid to injured persons as required. 4. Clean and prepare equipment. This includes refueling vehicles, recharging air tanks, washing ambulances, and other work needed to return vehicles and equipment to ready status. 5. Assist in inspecting, maintaining, and repairing, as necessary, all EMS related equipment. This includes completion of proper checklists and reports of damaged and improperly functioning equipment. 6. Maintain facilities and perform housekeeping duties as directed. This includes building and grounds maintenance, sweeping and washing floors and walls, cleaning living areas, and performing minor repairs as needed and assigned. 7. Assist in public education duties as assigned. 8. Assist in medical training. This includes providing classroom education for EMS subjects as directed. 9. Maintain and improve rescue and medical care skills. This includes attending training sessions, studying material on hazards, rescue methods, and maintaining familiarity with City streets and all department equipment. 10. Shall maintain all EMT or Paramedic-related skill levels and certification in accordance with the laws of the State of Minnesota. 11. Keep supervising officers advised of medical call developments, status and perform other duties as assigned. V. WORK SCHEDULE: 8, 12 or 16-hour shifts Need to be available for call-out VI. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. A high school diploma or equivalent 2. Certification with the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as an EMT or Paramedic and able to be certified as a Paramedic in the State of Minnesota with MNEMSRB. 3. Current CPR card. ACLS and PALS or pediatric equivalent required for Paramedic. 4. Valid vehicle operator equivalent to Minnesota class “D” and able to obtain MN class “B” if necessary. 5. Successfully pass the City of Virginia pre-employment medical examination, background check, and other exams as requested by the City of Virginia. VII. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS are those necessary to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: 1. Frequently lift and/or move heavy patients and or gurneys. Carry patients out of buildings, and/or lift patients onto a stretcher. 2. Frequently required to stand; walk; use hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; bend at trunk; squat; and kneel. 3. Occasionally required to sit, climb, balance, stoop, crawl, talk, hear, and smell. 4. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. 5. Ability to remain in good physical condition and meet any departmental standards concerning fitness; 6. Must be able to wear proper respiratory protection such as HEPA masks. Page 1 of 2 Date Printed: 7/21/2015 JOB DESCRIPTION CITY OF VIRGINIA VIII. WORK ENVIRONMENT: 1. Regularly works in outside weather conditions, including temperature extremes, during day and night; often in emergency and stressful situations. 2. Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens and other infectious materials. 3. Occasionally works near moving mechanical parts, in high precarious places, and at risk of electrical shock and vibration. 4. Noise level is usually moderate, except during certain activities when noise levels may be loud.