Firefighter / Paramedic

CITY OF MADEIRA BEACH•Madeira Beach, FL

11d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible, technical and professional uniformed position in performing EMT (BLS) and Paramedic (ALS) procedures in pre-hospital settings in accordance with all State and County policies and regulations. Works under the direction of shift Lieutenant, Fire Chief, Deputy Chief and administrative staff. Involves emergency medical care and firefighting work in the treatment of the injured or sick, combating, extinguishing, and 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 protocols and well-defined administrative procedures; however, the incumbent must exercise considerable technical judgment and initiative in meeting a wide variety of emergencies. Provides firefighting, rescue, first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) services, prompt Advance Life Support at emergency scenes for the purpose of mitigating emergencies, managing, and stabilizing the critically ill and injured and perform Basic Life Support procedures when required. Performs Advanced Life Support in compliance with Pinellas County Medical Operations Manual (MOMS). Participates in the exchange of information between off-going and on-coming shifts. Responsible for checking all EMS equipment, drug inventory and maintenance of controlled substance records per Federal, State and Local directives. Responsible for checking all personal gear and equipment to ensure safe and effective operation. Participates, as a part of the station team, in maintaining firefighting equipment, vehicles, fire station, associated facilities and other tools and/or restock/resupplying as necessary. Must be proficient with necessary tools and equipment related to fire suppression and emergency medical care. Actively participates in Public Education activities at the fire station and at off-site locations. Actively participates in all scheduled and assigned training including Continuing Fire Education (CFE), Continuing Medical Education (CME), and other related subjects, both at the station and at remote facilities as scheduled. Maintains familiarity with grid maps and related road networks within the city limits of Madeira Beach. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of and adheres to all Department SOPs, City's Personnel Policies and Procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreement. Participates in the Department’s Physical Fitness Program as approved by the Fire Chief and Fitness Coordinator. Perform other job-related duties that are consistent with the assigned responsibilities.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited high school or possess an acceptable GED.
Possession and maintenance of State of Florida Firefighter Minimum Standards Compliance Certificate.
Possession and maintenance of a current State of Florida Paramedic license.
Employment is conditional on the successful completion of the clearance process through the Office of the Medical Director of Pinellas County.
Possession and maintenance of current ACLS, PHTLS, and American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification at the time of hire.
Knowledge of fire suppression and prevention methods, procedures, and techniques.
Valid Florida Class E Driver’s License.
Must be a non-smoking/non-tobacco using person, both on and off duty at the time of employment and maintain the same status throughout the term of employment.
Shall pass any Department required written, oral, and skills examinations prior to hiring.
Upon acceptance of employment the candidate will be required to maintain employment with Madeira Beach Fire Department for a minimum of three (3) years or reimburse the City of Madeira Beach for the costs associated with hiring including bunker gear, uniforms and any other associated costs incurred.
Possession and maintenance of a current State of Florida Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license.
Considerable knowledge of paramedic skills and techniques.
Knowledge of pre-hospital patient care for Basic Life Support and Advanced Life Support methods and procedures.
PADI diver certification required upon successful completion of probationary period.

Nice To Haves

Pinellas County Paramedic preferred.
Ability to pass a physical examination by the City's contracted medical facility.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions quickly.
Ability to effectively perform prolonged and strenuous work under adverse conditions involving physical and mental stress.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and management as necessitated by work.
Ability to think clearly and use independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations which may occur.
Ability to utilize marine related equipment.
Ability to swim in open water.
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, the ability to walk, run, stoop, push, jump, work on unsteady footing, and use other emergency and firefighting equipment as required.

Responsibilities

Performing EMT (BLS) and Paramedic (ALS) procedures in pre-hospital settings.
Providing emergency medical care and firefighting work.
Combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires.
Operating Department apparatus and equipment.
Providing prompt Advance Life Support at emergency scenes.
Managing and stabilizing the critically ill and injured.
Performing Basic Life Support procedures when required.
Performing Advanced Life Support in compliance with Pinellas County Medical Operations Manual (MOMS).
Participating in the exchange of information between off-going and on-coming shifts.
Checking all EMS equipment, drug inventory and maintenance of controlled substance records.
Checking all personal gear and equipment to ensure safe and effective operation.
Maintaining firefighting equipment, vehicles, fire station, associated facilities and other tools.
Restocking/resupplying as necessary.
Actively participating in Public Education activities.
Actively participating in all scheduled and assigned training including Continuing Fire Education (CFE), Continuing Medical Education (CME), and other related subjects.
Maintaining familiarity with grid maps and related road networks within the city limits of Madeira Beach.
Adhering to all Department SOPs, City's Personnel Policies and Procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Participating in the Department’s Physical Fitness Program.
Performing other job-related duties that are consistent with the assigned responsibilities.
Assisting in taking care of all aspects of dog ownership at the station.

Benefits

Employer paid Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida plan for medical insurance for employee only.
Employer paid Florida Blue Dental insurance for employee only.
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance coverage.
Voluntary vision plan enrollment.
Enrollment in Florida State Retirement System.
Additional voluntary life insurance is available within the first 30 days of employment.
Option of enrolling in several deferred compensation plans.
Voluntary Section 125 Cafeteria Plans through AFLAC, Allstate, Pre-Paid Legal, Flexible Spending Account and Credit Union options.
Annual leave and sick leave is based on longevity and is accrued per month.
City recognized holidays including employee's birthday plus 24 hours of Floating Holiday.
Education Reimbursement
Free summer camp for employee’s children at the Madeira Beach Recreation Center.
Use of City gym.
Annual Parking Pass