Firefighter Paramedic - Lateral

City of Oceanside (CA) • Oceanside, CA

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About The Position

The City of Oceanside is currently accepting applications for current and future vacancies for the position of Firefighter Paramedic - Lateral. A Firefighter Paramedic provides basic and advanced life support to victims of injury or sudden illness, performs firefighting, rescue and fire prevention activities; drives and operates all types of fire apparatus and equipment; performs station, equipment and apparatus maintenance; participates in training activities; and performs related work as required.

Requirements

• Currently employed as a full-time Firefighter/Paramedic (or a higher-level fire position).
• One year as a full-time, paid firefighter/paramedic (or higher level fire position) of a municipal, county, state or federal fire department/agency.
• Firefighter 1 certificate with IFSAC or Pro Board accreditation.
• Valid California driver's license.
• Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider or American Red Cross CPR card.
• State of California EMT-P license or National Registry EMT-P certificate.
• Current San Diego County EMT-P accreditation.

Nice To Haves

• Associates and/or Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic and advanced life support to victims of injury or sudden illness.
• Perform firefighting, rescue, and fire prevention activities.
• Drive and operate all types of fire apparatus and equipment.
• Perform station, equipment, and apparatus maintenance.
• Participate in training activities.
• Perform related work as required.

Benefits

• Educational Incentive Pay: 5% of the employee's base hourly rate of pay for holding certifications or completed task books for three eligible classes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree