Firefighter/Paramedic

CITY OF TUTTLE

OCCUPATIONAL TITLE: Firefighter/Paramedic

DEPARTMENT: Fire, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), and Emergency Management Departments

SUPERVISION: This position is under the supervision of the shift lead or captain.

EEO CLASS: EEO-9

FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time

PURPOSE OF POSITION: The purpose of this position is to provide operational readiness to support the functions of firefighters, emergency medical services, emergency management, and all other associated functions of the fire department. This position requires skilled emergency medical treatment and lifesaving duties by recognizing and treating medical illnesses and injuries. This position is responsible for the provision of optimum patient care in accordance with the standard EMS guidelines/protocols. This position will operate both fire vehicles and an ambulance. Responsible for performing patient triage both inside and outside the ambulance. Firefighters and Paramedics work a shift assignment that best fills the needs of the department. They are the front-line employees that will respond to emergencies and provide mitigation services.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

· Medical Treatment: Emergency response duties are performed in a wide variety of conditions which include regular exposure to outside weather conditions and are likely to include emergency locations above or underground; in and/or around water, hazardous traffic areas and under unfavorable or unsanitary conditions which may include burning debris, falling structures, biohazards, and air- and blood-borne pathogens; confined spaces; and commercial and residential structures. Provide care by utilizing appropriate techniques and equipment based on the level of licensure. Evaluate patients and determine a care plan quickly. Maintain patient confidentiality and perform care with respect to patient rights.

· Ambulance: Operate an ambulance within all safety policies and laws. Transport patients via ambulance in accordance with policies, procedures, and guidelines. Maintain a safe, clean, and well stocked environment for patients. Perform routine safety checks to ensure the ambulance passes all safety standards.

· Fire Fighting: Perform all necessary firefighting duties with strength and stamina. Operate fire equipment necessary to extinguish fires of all types; structure, brush, automobile, etc. Operate equipment to extricate persons from vehicles. Perform rescue operations. Withstand extreme heat and stressful situations that are time sensitive. Make complex problem-solving decisions during time of physical exertion.

· Administrative: Appropriately document all patient care, assessments, skills, and all service reports in a timely fashion. Documentation shall be legible and accurate.

· Collaboration: Works with local BLS, ALS, fire and law enforcement agencies, and surrounding areas for a coordinated effort on the patient's behalf. Operations may take place in extreme temperatures, high pressure situation, and hostile or psychologically demanding environments, involving emotional or psychological stress.

WORK SCHEDULE:

May require extended work hours depending on department needs including nights, weekends, and holidays.

This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in these specifications. Any essential function or requirement of this class will be evaluated as necessary should an incumbent/applicant be unable to perform the function or requirement due to a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

The City of Tuttle is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled