Firefighter / Paramedic

Job Description

Responsible technical and professional uniformed position in performing EMT and Advanced Life Support procedures in the pre-hospital setting in accordance with all State and County rules and regulations.   Involves emergency medical and firefighting work in the treatment of the injured or sick; combating, extinguishing, preventing fires; operating Department apparatus, and equipment.   Work must be performed in a proficient manner in accordance with explicit adherence to established practices within County medical protocol and well-defined administrative procedures; however, the incumbent must exercise considerable technical judgment and initiative in meeting a wide variety of emergencies.  Work is frequently performed in emergency conditions which may often involve extreme danger and exertion under hazardous conditions such as flames, smoke, hazardous materials, cramped conditions, charged or oxygen deficient atmospheres, downed power lines, inclement weather, and victims with severe injuries and death, among others.

• Provides firefighting, rescue, first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) services, prompt Advanced Life Support at emergency scenes for the purpose of mitigating emergencies, managing, and stabilizing the critically ill and injured and performs basic Life Support procedures when required.
• Performs Advanced Life Support such as defibrillate a pulseless, non-breathing patient; administers parenteral injections and intravenous fluids as prescribed in Standing Orders or Protocols in compliance with the Medical Operations Manual (MOMS).
• Uses advanced medical techniques under the supervision of the Medical Communications Officer, MCO, Medical Officer of the Day (MOD) or the medical physician on duty via radio and telecommunication equipment / system(s) and written medical protocol.
• Participates in the exchange of information between off-going and on-coming shifts.
• Responsible for checking all personal gear to ensure safe and effective operation of same.
• Participates in crew meetings with the District Chief and the Station Lieutenant(s) as necessary.
• Participates, as a part of the Station Team, in maintaining firefighting equipment, vehicles, Fire Stations, associated facilities, and other tools and / or restocking / resupplying as necessary.
• Participates in maintaining firefighting equipment, vehicles, and Fire Stations and associated facilities.
• Responsible for the preparation and completion of records and reports related to emergency medical care given and vehicle operation during assigned operational period.
• Sets up, operates, and monitors complex electronic medical equipment such as a twelve lead ECG strip recorder, cardioscope, defibrillator, and two-way radio transmitter and receiver.
• Assists in removal of victims from danger.
• Responds to alarms of fire or other emergency; lays, connects, and uses hoses and nozzles to direct fog or water stream; raises and climbs ladders; uses fire extinguishers, bars, hooks, lines, pike poles, axes, halogens, drills, saws, extrication tools and appliances, heart monitors, defibrillators, intubation equipment, etc., and other firefighting equipment.
• Actively participates in Public Education activities at the Fire Station and at off-site locations.
• Actively participates in all scheduled and assigned training classes including firefighting, C.M.E., emergency first aid, and other related subjects, both at the Fire Rescue Department's facilities and at remote facilities as scheduled.
• Operates engines, trucks, squads and rescue units, as needed and assigned, and uses all equipment, tools, and supplies in a safe and efficient manner and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Maintains familiarity with grid maps and related road networks within the Fire District area as well as within those areas with mutual aid response agreements.
• Performs Company tactical survey inspections on buildings and businesses under 10,000 square feet and may assist Inspectors if greater than 10,000 square feet.
• Participates in the Department's Physical Fitness Program as approved by the Fire Chief.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of and adheres to all Departmental / Divisional Policies and Procedures and the City's Personnel Policies and Procedures.
• Strives to maximize effective communications between assigned personnel, upper Management, County personnel, other employees throughout the City, and the general public as necessitated by the position.
• Performs other job related duties that are consistent with assigned Division responsibilities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES)

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.  Must meet EMT and Paramedic certification requirements of the State of Florida and the Office of Medical Director for Pinellas County.  Must be a non-smoking / non-tobacco using person, both on and off the job at time of employment and maintain the same status throughout the term of employment.   Shall successfully pass any Department / Division required written or oral examinations prior to employment.  Must have considerable knowledge of paramedic skills and techniques and the proper operation of electronic medical equipment.   Extensive knowledge of the appropriate procedures and methods used in providing safety and comfort in the handling and treating of patients. Considerable knowledge of State and Federal laws relating to Paramedic functions and control of drugs, narcotics, intravenous solutions and related emergency medical equipment. Considerable knowledge of pre-hospital patient care both Basic and Advanced Life Support. Considerable knowledge of fire suppression and prevention methods, procedures and techniques.  Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions quickly.  Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and management as necessitated by the work.   Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.  Ability to effectively perform prolonged and strenuous work under adverse emergency conditions involving physical and mental stress.  Ability to learn and efficiently operate a wide variety of firefighting equipment. Experience in the operation and maintenance of Advanced Life Support Equipment utilized by the Fire Rescue Department.  Excellent physical condition and the ability to pass a physical examination by the City's contracted physician as prescribed by the Florida Firefighters Standards Council.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS

Possession and maintenance of a current State of Florida Paramedic's Certificate at time of employment.  Possession and maintenance of current MOMS Card at time of employment or qualification for provisional MOMS Card from the Office of the Medical Director.  Employment is conditional on the qualification for provisional MOMS Card.  Possession and maintenance of a current ACLS Card and BTLS Card and American Heart Association Basic Life Support CPR Card at time of employment.  Possession and maintenance of a current State of Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards Compliance Certificate at time of employment.  Possession and maintenance of a valid Florida Class E Driver's License.   Must meet the certification requirements of the State of Florida and the Office of Medical Director for Pinellas County.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS

Must be able to wear all assigned bunker gear and perform related emergency scene duties in an effective and efficient manner.  Job tasks require frequent lifting and carrying of heavy weights (forty-five (45) pounds and over), climbing, good vision, good hearing, ability to distinguish odors, the ability to walk, run, drive vehicles, crawl, stoop, push, jump, grasp hoses, grasp and manipulate small objects, work on unsteady footing,  and use other emergency and firefighting equipment as required.  Ability to utilize a computer and / or typewriter keyboard.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

A considerable amount of time is spent working inside station facilities.  Outside work is frequently performed in emergency conditions which may often involve extreme danger and exertion under stressful and hazardous conditions such as flames, smoke, hazardous materials, cramped conditions, around loud noises, charged or oxygen deficient atmospheres, downed power lines, in and among moving vehicles, and in varying and inclement weather among others.

Standards for Professional Appearanc e :

The image that the City of Seminole projects to the public is reflected in the appearance of our employees.  Simply stated, employees should look clean, neat, well-groomed and should be dressed safely and appropriately for the work they will be doing.  Employees are expected to use good judgement in their appearance and grooming, keeping in mind the nature of their work and the professional image that we wish to project to our community as representatives of the local government.

Below are a few guidelines for professional appearance

Additionally, the following conditions apply to visible tattoos

Compensation details : 68000-103580 Yearly Salary

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