Firefighter​/Paramedic LTE

Under the direct supervision of the City of Monona Fire Chief, an LTE Firefighter/Paramedic provides direct services, individually and as a member of a team, in response to fire, rescue, hazmat, and other incidents. Additionally, an LTE Firefighter/Paramedic responds to medical emergencies and provides pre-hospital ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT care to victims of injury or illness. They make medical decisions based on standing orders, protocols, and orders from on-line and off-line medical direction.

Copies of the following documents MUST be submitted with your application. Failure to submit any of these documents will result in an incomplete application:

After evaluation and scoring based on experience, education, and qualifications, applicants may be invited to an assessment center, which may include:

• Medical assessment by medical direction and department team
• Interview panel with department leadership
• Written exam

Applicants will be ranked based on performance in these assessments. Depending on the number of applicants, a second interview with the Chief may be conducted. Conditional job offers may be made after a thorough background check.

The following duties are typical for this position but are not all-inclusive; other duties may be added as needed:

• Perform complex diagnostic and medical procedures, including intravenous fluid administration, endotracheal intubation, recognition of cardiac arrhythmias, and medication administration.
• Drive and operate ambulance or other apparatus as assigned. Complete reports on patient care for hospital emergency departments.
• Conduct daily inspections of assigned apparatus, report conditions requiring repair, and ensure inventory and maintenance of supplies and equipment.
• Check medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.
• Lay hose lines, operate nozzles, pumps, and hydrants; use fire extinguishers; operate tools.
• Participate in salvage and post-fire operations to reduce property damage.
• Participate in drills and training as directed.
• Perform maintenance of fire equipment and stations.
• Respond to accidents or medical emergencies.
• Transfer, lift, and move patients safely.
• Respond to hazardous materials incidents at an awareness level and assist as requested.
• Participate in public education programs.
• Conduct departmental training sessions.
• Use city computer systems for documentation and planning.
• Drive and operate fire apparatus following department procedures.
• Participate in daily physical training.
• Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• State of Wisconsin Firefighter I certification
• State of Wisconsin Paramedic certification
• Current ACLS, PALS, and BLS CPR certifications
• ICS 100 / 200 / 700 / NIMS 800
• Able to pass department human performance evaluation
• Meet all listed special requirements

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 19 years or older
• Valid, insurable driver’s license
• U.S. citizen
• Ability to read, write, and speak English
• Good moral character

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years’ paramedic experience in a career/combination department
• State of Wisconsin Firefighter II certification
• Current NRP certification
• Experience working with volunteers
• Resident of Monona