FIRE FIGHTER PARAMEDIC

Syucan•El Cajon, CA

About The Position

The Fire Fighter Paramedic suppresses fires, preserves life and property during disasters, and provides medical care to sick and injured people. The position serves the community, guests, and residents through fire suppression, rescue, public assistance, fire prevention, emergency medical response, and related fire department activities. The role includes routine maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and facilities; inspection and testing of ambulance equipment; preparation of medical reports; and keeping required certifications current. The employee may perform Acting Officer-In-Charge duties when directed and qualified, and performs other duties as directed by the Fire Captain.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
State of California Paramedic license in good standing.
Successful completion of the standard internal firefighter written test.
San Diego County Paramedic accreditation in good standing.
In-house Physical Abilities Test, CPAT, or Biddle Certificate.
California driver's license in good standing.
BLS CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) cards.
Ability to pass the annual BIA Pack Test, including donning a 45-pound hose pack or equivalent and walking three miles in 45 minutes or less.
Ability to communicate effectively with department personnel and in English.
Ability to execute operational and procedural changes, prioritize and perform multiple tasks, and complete forms, documents, and written reports.
Ability to maintain professionalism and composure, confidentiality, and sound judgment; understand and follow verbal and written directions; and accept constructive criticism.
Working knowledge of word processing programs.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to arrive at work on time.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat FRO.
One year of paramedic experience.
Firefighter exempt status.
State Firefighter I Certification.
Firefighter experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in fire company activities, including fire suppression, rescue, public assistance, fire investigation, fire prevention, pre-fire planning, training, public education, and routine maintenance of apparatus, equipment, and fire department facilities.
Perform rescues, fire suppression, ventilation, salvage and overhaul, medical aid, and other duties related to preserving life and property.
Maintain basic knowledge of the duties of other personnel in the station.
Perform Acting Officer-In-Charge duties when directed and qualified.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge and information necessary to perform duties.
Inspect and test ambulance equipment.
Complete appropriate medical reports.
Maintain current required certifications.
Provide patient care and transport patients to appropriate medical facilities as needed.
Perform other duties as directed by the Fire Captain.