Paramedic

Ogden City Corporation•Ogden, UT

4d•$56,282 - $80,106

About The Position

Respond to emergency incidents with assigned company. As an entry-level class, employee may have only limited experience but must have and maintain mastery of skills in the listed pre-requisite certifications. Receives immediate supervision from the company officer. Ogden Fire Department is looking for highly motivated individuals who are interested in joining our Team. Applicants who are interested in pursuing a rewarding career as a Full Time Firefighter/AEMT should be dedicated, motivated, ready to work hard and provide a service to our community and our citizens that no other profession offers.

Requirements

National Registry or Utah Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT Basic),EMT Advanced or Paramedic Preferred
National Fire Protection Association Firefighter 1 and 2 (NFPA FF-1 & FF-2)
Hazardous Materials First Responder -Awareness and Operations (NFPA HazMat Awareness & Operations)
Education Requirement: High school diploma or GED
Principles, practices, and procedures of modern firefighting
Emergency medical, CPR and other medical assistance techniques
Operation of ambulances
Retain presence of mind in emergency situations, analyze fire and emergency situations and adopt effective courses of action
Drive fire department apparatus in an approved safe manner
Operate and maintain radio/communication equipment
Maintain physical condition to perform essential duties as specified in firefighter certifications and evaluated annually through the "Ogden City Fire Department Fitness and Testing Standard"
Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include performing life-threatening firefighting activities in an emergency
Position requires heavy lifting and physical maneuvering, demonstrate, and maintain physical abilities. Position requires running, walking, crouching, or crawling during emergency operations, climbing stairs/ladders; performing lifesaving and rescue procedures, moving equipment and injured/deceased persons, walking, standing, or sitting for extended periods of time, operating assigned equipment and vehicles
Effectively deal with personal danger which may include exposure to fire encompassed surroundings, dangerous persons, dangerous animals, and hazards of emergency driving, hazards associated with traffic control and working in and near traffic, natural and man-made disasters
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, with the ability to resolve conflict in a safe and effective manner
Maintain mental capacity which allows for effective interaction and communication with others, evaluating various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action
Ability to comply with all city policies and regulations, including safety and risk management standards
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Read, understand, and act in accordance with City and departmental policies, rules, and instructions. Understand and follow oral and written directions promptly and accurately
Demonstrate mechanical aptitude as required in the operation of firefighting equipment
Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, operating assigned equipment and vehicles when required by the position
As needed, work additional hours outside of the normal and planned scheduled workdays.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency incidents with assigned company.
Operate in Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health (IDLH) environments
Respond to a variety of general emergency rescue calls including auto accidents, trapped persons, emergency medical incidents, hazardous materials incidents
Operate various types of fire operation and rescue equipment including portable fire extinguishers, pike poles, and lines, smoke ejectors, salvage covers, forcible entry tools, aerial ladder equipment, lay and connect hose, maintain pumping apparatus; hold nozzles and direct water streams, raise, and climb ladders, ventilate burning structures, evacuate occupants
Respond to emergency medical incidents, operate emergency medical equipment, analyze patient needs and administer basic life support, apply techniques for the control of airway, breathing, circulation, spinal immobilization, shock, patient packaging, and ambulance transport
Participate in fire and EMS related training to comply with National, State and Industry Standards
Obtain and preserve evidence at a fire scene
Inspect building structures for compliance with fire codes
Prepare reports
Explain City fire codes and fire prevention policies and procedures to the public
Clean apparatus and equipment at fire stations; perform general custodial duties as required
Provide public information and instruction on fire prevention, CPR, and career opportunities
Participate in safety and risk management activities; take action to reduce liability to the City
Maintain good knowledge of City layout
Complete one hour of physical training during each 48-hour shift
Perform related duties and responsibilities as required