Firefighter / Certified - EMT, EMT-I, AEMT

Emergency Medical Technician

Position Summary : The purpose of this position is to respond to emergency calls to fight / suppress fires and / or to provide life support at the scene. Responsibilities include responding to fire / rescue / medical emergency calls for protection of life and property, controlling / extinguishing fires, performing search / rescue, providing life support to sick / injured persons, and maintaining department apparatus / equipment in a state of readiness.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary. Provides guidance and assistance to other employees; completes work activities as assigned; participates in training and maintains all required certifications as needed; Responds to emergency calls for fire suppression, medical assistance, hazardous materials incidents, motor vehicle accidents, natural disasters, explosions, and other emergency situations. Maintains a state of readiness / preparation for emergency response; assist in checking / maintaining stock of equipment and supplies on fire vehicles and in fire station; reloads equipment and apparatus following response to emergency calls; prepares apparatus for subsequent emergencies; tests hoses and pumps on apparatus. Provides protection of life / property; suppresses, controls and extinguishes fires; performs search, rescue, extrication of victims, and forcible entries; assists individuals from burning structures; ventilates smoke and gas from buildings; establishes openings in buildings for entrance, ventilation, or salvage; performs salvage operations such as throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris; assists with cleanup activities. Positions and climbs ladders of various heights to access upper levels of buildings and to perform rescue operations; locates water supplies; lays out and maneuvers fire hoses; operates pumps and directs stream of water or chemicals onto fire; disconnects and rolls used hoses. Provides emergency medical treatment to sick and injured persons, communicates with on-line medical control and provides treatment as directed. Performs physical lifting techniques associated with moving patients between incident site, stretcher or ambulance. Aids in the inspection of buildings for pre-fire plans, fire hazards, and compliance with fire prevention ordinances; performs regular fire prevention inspections of businesses and building contents. Assists in conducting fire investigations and identifying cause of fires as required. With proper certification, operates or utilizes various emergency vehicles and emergency / medical equipment, tools and supplies, which may include a fire engine, pumps, generator, air compressor, hose, hydrants, ladders, extinguisher, self-contained breathing apparatus, extrication tools, hydraulic tools, chain saw, cutting torch, mechanic tools, axe, gas detector, ventilation fan, air pack, blood pressure cuff, or radio communications equipment. Utilizes protective / safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of self and other individuals. Monitors inventory levels of departmental supplies; initiates orders for new or replacement materials. Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep vehicles, buildings, quarters, hydrants, apparatus, equipment and tools in operable condition, which may include inspecting / testing equipment, inspecting / repairing / hydrants, replacing fluids, greasing equipment, replacing parts, washing / cleaning equipment, or cleaning quarters; monitors equipment operations to maintain efficiency and safety; reports faulty equipment for necessary maintenance work. Operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data, utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other software programs. Prepares, completes and reviews various forms, reports, correspondence, logs, ledgers, incident reports, fire / EMS reports, run sheets, patient records, inspection reports, pre-fire plans / drawings, maintenance records, maps, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, codes, manuals, reference materials, work orders, purchase requests, or other documents; processes, forwards or retains as appropriate. Maintains current manuals, policies / procedures, bulletins, or map books for reference and / or review; operates a computer to enter, retrieve, review or modify data; utilizes word processing, spreadsheet, database, or other software programs. Communicates effectively and coherently over radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; responds to requests for service or assistance. Provides information and education to the public regarding fire safety, fire prevention, and firefighting; conducts tours of fire stations and fire trucks. Communicates with supervisors, employees, volunteers, dispatchers, other departments, fire officials, law enforcement officials, medical personnel, outside agencies, property owners / occupants, victims, utility companies, civic organizations, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems. Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge and awareness of applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures; territory; maintains an awareness of new equipment, procedures, trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; participates in continuing education activities, drills, demonstrations, and classes in firefighting / rescue techniques, hydraulics, pump operation / maintenance, first aid, fire prevention, and equipment maintenance; attends shift meetings, workshops and seminars as appropriate; Performs general laundry, housekeeping, and maintenance work associated with maintaining fire station; operates related equipment. Responds to various non-emergency calls for assistance as requested; and performs other related duties as required.

Specialized Job Functions : Department personnel assigned to serve as acting Fire Apparatus Operator (FAO) : Responds to instructions from dispatcher and with proper certification drives specially equipped emergency vehicle to specified location in the absence of a driver, notifying appropriate related agencies as needed. In the absence of a driver and with proper certification drives, operates, and monitors a variety of fire vehicles / apparatus; determines best route to reach location of emergency calls; performs safe driving functions in various weather conditions; positions apparatus and equipment for optimal use of equipment and hose; and Maintains fire / Ems equipment and apparatus in a state of readiness / preparation for emergency response during assigned shift.

Department personnel assigned to the position of Firefighter / Paramedic : Provides all aspects of care provided to the sick and injured, both basic and advanced life support, including comprehensive patient assessment, invasive airway management, cardiac monitoring and administration of medications.

Communicates verbally with the patient, other pre-hospital providers and hospital personnel, including physician medical directors.

Completes extensive written documentation on patient condition and treatment provided.

Department personnel approved to serve as acting Captain : In the absence of the Captain, Firefighters may perform the duties of a Fire Captain in an acting capacity performing the related department supervisory and administrative activities as assigned.

Qualifications : Education and / or Work Experience Requirements : High school diploma or GED.

Additional Requirements : Georgia Firefighter Standards & Training Firefighter certification, State of Georgia EMT and / or Paramedic certification at the time of hire or within twelve months of employment. Must have or have the ability to obtain and maintain a valid class F or equivalent Georgia Driver's License and have a satisfactory motor vehicle record. Any additional certifications, and / or any additional training requirements established by the department.