Firefighter​/Paramedic

Position: Firefighter/Paramedic Ongoing Applications
Location: South Weber

Location South Weber City, UT Compensation $16.00 - $20.50 per hour (USD)
Experience Paramedic License  Important Note - Although we are always accepting applications for this position, timing of the review of applications is dependent on department needs and the next hiring cycle. Your application will be kept on file for review as part of the next cycle.

GENERAL PURPOSE Under general supervision of the captain, provides direct services, individually and as a member of a team in response to fire, rescue, hazmat and other incidents. A Paramedic/Firefighter will respond to medical emergencies and provide pre-hospital ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT care to victims of injury or illness. A Paramedic/Firefighter is ordinarily the highest medical authority at an emergency medical scene and as such, makes medical decisions based on standing orders, protocols and orders from on-line and off-line medical direction.

The position of Paramedic/Firefighter necessitates the same knowledge, skills, and job requirements as listed under the Firefighter job description.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Performs complex diagnostic and medical procedures including, but not limited to: intravenous cannulation, endotracheal intubation, recognition of cardiac arrhythmias and administration of various medications.
• Drives and operates ambulance or other apparatus as assigned and/or operates as a member of paramedic engine or paramedic truck company.
• Accurately completes written and verbal reports on patient care to hospital emergency departments.
• Performs a thorough, daily inspection of the apparatus to which he/she is assigned; notifies station officer of any condition requiring repair or maintenance; ensures that the inventory of supplies and equipment is complete; assures that apparatus, equipment, and records are maintained and in good order.
• Comprehends and documents complete and accurate patient histories.
• Checks medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.
• Participates in firefighting duties as described in the minimum qualifications section and duties as outlined in the Firefighter job description.
• Lays hose lines, operates nozzles, pumps and hydrants; utilizes fire extinguishers and performs other actions to suppress fire; operates hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.
• Participates in salvage operation and post fire operations; uses salvage covers, floor runners and other related equipment to reduce property damage from heat, smoke, fire, gases, and water.
• Participates in drills and training evolutions as directed.
• Participates in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties, checks operating condition of hydrants.
• Cleans and performs general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations.
• Responds to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.
• Required to transfer, lift and move patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.
• Responds to hazardous materials incidents at an awareness level and responds to other calls for assistance as requested by the public.
• Participates in public education programs in schools, civic groups and other locations as requested.
• Conducts departmental training sessions on topics related to the employee’s job functions.
• Utilizes city computers for patient care documentation, record keeping, pre-incident planning and other job-related functions.
• Drives and operates fire apparatus under the direction of the station officer.
• Functions as Engineer or Acting Officer in Charge (AOIC) when required.
• Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience
• Must have high school diploma or the equivalent (GED).
• Minimum of one-year experience as a certified EMT.
• Licensure as a Paramedic by the State of Utah Department of Health, Bureau of Emergency
• Medical Services or NREMT-P and complete state reciprocity within two (2) months of hire date.
• Must maintain state-mandated continuing education requirements, including current American
• Heart Association (AHA) certification in Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support•…