Fire Medical Responder Paramedic
About The Position
The Atlanta Fire-Rescue Department is hiring a Fire Medical Responder Paramedic to provide advanced medical care in emergency response settings. The role works under general supervision and may independently manage an assigned function or program, depending on the organization’s structure. Paramedics assess emergency calls, deliver care using established protocols and medical equipment, manage scenes and units when needed, and drive ambulances on 911 responses. They also work with patients, their loved ones, allied health personnel, public safety personnel, and fellow Paramedics, and may participate in community programs to support the department’s image and community relations. The position requires at least 18 years of age at hire, a high school diploma or GED, vocational or technical Paramedic training, and one year of experience in a related field. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, meet background and examination requirements, be able to meet the physical and mental demands of the role, and hold a valid driver’s license with a satisfactory seven-year driving history. The work involves heavy physical effort, including climbing, balancing, and handling objects weighing 20–50 pounds, with occasional handling of objects weighing 100 pounds or more. Work may involve exposure to adverse conditions and hazards, including smoke, fire, hazardous materials, traffic, disease and bodily fluids, extreme temperatures, and confined spaces. The City of Atlanta provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and is an equal opportunity employer.
Requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire.
- High school diploma or GED, supplemented by vocational or technical Paramedic training.
- One year of experience in a related field.
- Authorization to work in the United States.
- No felony convictions or sufficient misdemeanor convictions to evidence a pattern.
- Successful completion of written and oral examinations and a background check, including criminal and credit history.
- Ability to meet the physical and mental demands of the position.
- Valid driver’s license and satisfactory seven-year driving history, including no DUIs or excessive violations.
- Ability to demonstrate proficiency in essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply City or departmental policies, practices, and procedures.
- Ability to coordinate, manage, or correlate data and exercise judgment in determining operational sequences and strategy.
- Ability to influence and coordinate people or activities, resolve typical job-related problems, and provide guidance as a lead person or crew leader.
- Ability to operate and control equipment, machinery, tools, or materials requiring complex or rapid adjustments.
- Ability to use relevant reference and advisory information, including emergency medical treatment laws, medical protocols, firefighting procedures, codes, ordinances, personnel policies, and operating procedures.
- Ability to perform arithmetic operations, calculate decimals and percentages, and potentially apply basic algebraic and geometric principles.
- Ability to exercise judgment, decisiveness, and creativity when evaluating information in uncertain situations.
Responsibilities
- Assess each call situation and determine the best course of action using progressive Paramedic protocols.
- Use Paramedic skills and equipment, including defibrillators, EKG monitors, oxygen and suction devices, and intravenous fluids, to provide advanced medical care.
- Communicate with patients and their loved ones to provide information and reassurance about care.
- Act as Paramedic team leader and take responsibility for scene and unit management as needed.
- Drive the ambulance on 911 responses.
- Work collaboratively and professionally with allied health and public safety personnel and fellow Paramedics.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Participate in community programs to maintain Atlanta Fire Rescue’s image and establish strong community relations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
