SkillBridge EMT Intern

THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

The City of Oceanside is accepting applications from eligible Skill Bridge Service members for experience as an Emergency Medical Technician. The program aims to provide potential candidates with valuable work experience in an emergency 9-1-1 system. As EMTs, candidates can expect to be trained in all aspects of medical emergency response by hands‑on practical application of medical emergency responsibilities, along with the opportunity to work toward 1200 hours of experience for Paramedic School (California).

This is an unpaid volunteer/intern position for active duty service members participating in the Skill Bridge program prior to completion of military service. Internship is limited to 180 days; however, the exact amount of days will be based on unit command approval. Candidates must be available to work 40 hours per week, scheduled in four, 10‑hour shifts. Candidates must possess all required certifications to be considered and must provide their own housing and transportation.

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) responds to medical emergencies; renders aid to injured parties; operates ambulances and other related medical equipment; participates in station, equipment and apparatus maintenance; attends training classes and drills; diagnoses medical problems and performs first-aid and resuscitation functions; and other related duties as assigned.

• First aid methods.
• A basic understanding of fire‑based EMS delivery system.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• EMT scope of practice.
• EMS procedures and equipment.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Principles and practices of customer service.

• Perform EMT duties and maintain EMT certification.
• Perform competently under extreme pressure and in stressful situations.
• Understand and act in accordance with departmental policies, rules, instructions and written material.
• Retain presence of mind in emergency situations.
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions.
• Establish effective working relationships with staff and the general public.
• Maintain physical endurance and agility.
• Make accurate observations and rapid judgments.
• Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.

Experience: Must be a current active duty service member participating in the Skill Bridge program.

License, Certificate: Possess and maintain the following:

• A current EMT certification as defined by the State of California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA); or an EMT National Registry Certification (NREMT).
• A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
• Possession of San Diego County EMT certification.
• Valid Driver License.

Note: Candidates must attach copies of the required certifications to the application. Applications without copies of the required certifications will not be considered.

Exposure to varying indoor temperatures, seasonal climate outside; exposure to hazards of emergency medical services, to smoke and hazardous material fumes, to heat from fires, seasonal elements at emergency sites; exposure to communicable diseases (HIV, HBV, HCV, tuberculosis, meningococcal meningitis, various parasites, etc.).

Essential and marginal functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for minimal to frequent bending, turning, reaching, grasping, kneeling, standing, sitting, and walking; and moderate to heavy pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Physical strength and agility to lift and carry heavy objects, such as a gurney while transporting patients; lift, pull and operate gurney; climb ladders and stairs; bend, stoop, kneel, and crawl in tight spaces.

Failure to provide all required application materials will result in disqualification. All properly completed applications will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified candidates will be invited to continue in the selection process. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be eligible for intern consideration.

Prospective interns will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) examination.

Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completed application forms, but may be attached.

Candidates who require a reasonable accommodation in the selection process should state their needs in writing when submitting an application package.

The provisions contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.