Firefighter-Paramedic

Confederated Tribes of Grand Ronde • Grand Ronde, OR

16h • Onsite

About The Position

The Firefighter-Paramedic performs firefighting and emergency medical services, including but not limited to, fire prevention, control, and extinguishment, driving and operating firefighting apparatus and emergency vehicles, and performing rescues, medical treatment, training, public education, and station maintenance duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Must maintain a valid Oregon driver’s license or obtain one upon hire, qualify for the Tribe’s vehicle insurance, and provide proof of personal vehicle insurance.
• Must possess and maintain an Oregon EMT Paramedic certification.
• Must be 18 years or older.
• Must pass an annual medical physical based on NFPA standard 1582.
• NFPA Firefighter I.
• ACLS certified.
• ICS 100, 200, 700 and 800 certifications obtained prior to or within trial service period.
• Knowledge of and sensitivity to Native American culture required.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Principles and practices of firefighting, emergency response, rescue, and fire prevention.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Applicable federal, Tribal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Current literature, laws, regulations, and developments that impact fire and rescue activities.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Principles and practices of business computer use and applications.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Act promptly and use good judgment in emergencies and deal tactfully with the public.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Perform effectively at elevated heights.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Learn various fire suppression, fire prevention and emergency medical techniques, procedures and methods, including the operation of specialized firefighting apparatus.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Learn the operation and mechanical principles involved in operating firefighting apparatus.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Accurately recall street systems, addresses and fire hydrant locations in first response areas.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Act effectively and calmly in emergency situations.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Work effectively with the public, other agencies and other employees.
• Familiar with, knowledge of or ability to: Perform strenuous activities under hazardous and dangerous conditions.
• Continually requires the ability to work under strenuous or adverse conditions for extended periods, while maintaining mental alertness and concentration to maintain work rate, quality, and safety.
• Continually requires the ability to express or receive detailed information or important instructions through oral communication accurately, loudly or quickly.
• Continually requires moving about on foot to accomplish tasks.
• Frequently requires raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position.
• Frequently requires stooping which entail the use of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Frequently requires bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Continually requires working with fingers rather than the whole hand or arm.
• Requires repetitive movement of wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Often requires walking or moving about to accomplish tasks.
• Requires standing and/or sitting for sustained periods of time, raising objects from a lower to a higher position and/or moving objects horizontally.
• Occasionally requires lifting of up to 100 pounds.
• Candidates for this position will be subject to criminal and character background checks and may be subject to fingerprinting.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in related field is preferred.
• NFPA Firefighter II within one year of hire.
• Certifications must be maintained as required by the Physician Advisor.
• NFPA Driver within one year of hire.
• NFPA Pumper Operator within 1 year of hire.
• NFPA Firefighter II Certification and NFPA Fire Instructor I Certification are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Responds to fire alarms, medical emergencies, hazardous conditions, and related public service activities as required.
• Works as an integral part of a firefighting/EMS unit, utilizing procedures and techniques as prescribed by the department and supervising physician.
• Uses specialized firefighting, EMS, and rescue equipment/tools, demonstrating a high level of proficiency and skill.
• Drives, operates, and maintains fire/EMS apparatus and related equipment as prescribed by the department.
• Maintains fire stations, equipment, and grounds, including routine housekeeping and maintenance.
• Practices firefighting skills in organized drills.
• Performs fire suppression activities including establishing a water supply, advancing, and operating hose lines, search and rescue, ventilation, and salvage/overhaul operations.
• Performs emergency medical services, including assessment and treatment of patients per Fire District protocols.
• Provides patient care including extrication and preparation for movement, carrying and loading, transportation to medical facility.
• Completes routine continuing education to maintain paramedic licensure.
• Communicates with hospital staff and other allied health personnel.
• Prepares patient care reports, billing information, and other documentation as required by the department and supervising physician.
• Develops and presents public safety education and prevention materials to local schools and civic groups.
• Conducts station tours.
• Completes pre-fire surveys and company-level inspections.
• Performs continuing paramedic educational instruction as assigned.
• Participates in various on-the-job training programs and other related duties as assigned.
• Serves as a CPR instructor as needed.
• Performs a variety of other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Benefits

• Employees may be scheduled to work 8-hour, 12-hour, 24-hour or 48-hour shifts.
• May be called upon to serve as a Disaster Reservist during Emergencies.
• Due to the nature of the interactions with other employees and the public we serve, employees may be required to provide documentation of, or receive, certain health vaccinations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED