FIRE FIGHTER PARAMEDIC

Sycuan•El Cajon, CA

About The Position

The Firefighter Paramedic works for the Sycuan Fire Department, serving the safety of guests, residents, and the surrounding community. The role suppresses fires, protects life and property during disasters, and provides medical care to sick and injured people. Duties may be added, deleted, or changed at the discretion of Sycuan Management.

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 assignments; and complete forms, documents, and written reports.
Ability to maintain professionalism, composure, and confidentiality; make sound judgments; understand and follow verbal and written directions; accept constructive criticism; and arrive at work on time.
Working knowledge of word processing programs.
Excellent organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

Hazmat FRO.
One year of paramedic experience.
Firefighter exempt California driver's license in good standing.
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 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 at the station.
Perform the duties of Acting Officer-In-Charge when directed and qualified.
Maintain current knowledge and information necessary to perform job duties.
Inspect and test ambulance equipment.
Complete appropriate medical reports.
Maintain all required certifications.
Provide patient care and transport patients to appropriate medical facilities as needed.
Perform other duties as directed by the Fire Captain.