Firefighter/Paramedic

Serving with South Lane County Fire & Rescue means making a difference every day—responding to emergencies, supporting public safety, and giving back to the community. Our team trains hard, works as a team, and takes pride in helping others. SLCFR values work-life balance, offering supportive leadership, and time for family and personal growth—because taking care of our community starts with taking care of our people. All SLCF&R career personnel are certified to the level of Paramedic. Paramedic certification in Oregon is obtained through a 2 year Associates Degree. To become a paramedic, extensive training and internships on both the ambulance and in the hospital setting are required. Paramedics are able to assess and treat a larger range of injuries and illnesses, and can deliver many lifesaving drugs to patients in the field. Paramedics perform Advanced Life Support (ALS) procedures, some of which include: endotracheal intubation, rapid sequence intubation (RSI), cricothyrotomy, needle chest decompression and administration of IV fluids and medications. Paramedics can also analyze 12 lead ECG's to help make early determination of heart attacks in the field, delivering patients to the appropriate hospital more efficiently and better treating and stabilizing the patient en route.

Requirements: Paramedic certification or eligibility

Salary: $77,646 to $97,058 per year

Application Deadline: Open Until Filled