Paramedic EMT-P - Fire Department

Baltimore City

2d•$67,051 - $97,071•Onsite

About The Position

A Paramedic EMT-P provides emergency medical treatment at the scene of an accident or illness and transports sick and injured persons to medical facilities. The Paramedic NRP also analyzes and takes command of patient care with full responsibility for the patient until relieved by proper medical staff. Work of this class involves leading other Fire and EMS employees but does not involve full supervisory duties or responsibilities. Incumbents receive on scene supervision from an EMS officer and medical direction from an online physician. Employees in this class work rotating shifts including nights, weekends and holidays. Work is performed at the scene of medical emergencies, major traffic and other accidents, natural and man-made disasters where there is exposure to hazardous situations and emotionally traumatic events. Work requires strenuous physical activity such as lifting, climbing and bending.

Requirements

Graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
18 years of age and a United States Citizen or a Resident Alien at the time of application.
Valid Maryland Class C Non-Commercial driver's license or an equivalent license, and eligible to obtain a Baltimore City’s driver’s permit.
Current Advanced Life Support Certification as a Paramedic from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (Paramedic NRP).
OR Current Licensure as a Cardiac Rescue Technician (CRT) or Paramedic from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS).
Must upload a copy of your valid driver’s license with application at time of applying.
Must pass a physical ability test.
Must be tobacco free upon appointment and throughout their length of service.
Must obtain and maintain certification in Maryland Fire Service Professional Qualification Board Firefighter I.
Must obtain and maintain certification in Maryland Fire Service Professional Qualification Board Responders to Hazardous Material Operations.
Must obtain a Maryland Paramedic License from Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) by completion of the Academy.
Must successfully complete a Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), and Defensive Driving Course, or an equivalent course.
Must hold and maintain licenses and certifications as a condition of employment.
Must successfully complete any additional educational courses and skills competency evaluations required by MIEMSS, NREMT, MFRI and/or BCFD.
Knowledge of basic and advanced life supports emergency medical techniques and equipment.
Knowledge of intravenous therapy, electrocardiogram acquisition and interpretation, cardiac defibrillation procedures and the administration of specified medications.
Knowledge of ambulance service regulations and procedures.
Ability to drive an ambulance and emergency equipment, and to ensure that they are maintained in serviceable condition.
Ability to follow written and oral directions and the orders of superiors.
Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with peers and the public, particularly under stressful situations.
Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
Ability to communicate effectively.
Ability to learn and perform firefighting and rescue techniques.
Ability to respond quickly and appropriately under stressful and emergency conditions.
Ability to analyze emergency situations and to select effective courses of action, giving regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
Ability to engage in strenuous physical effort for prolonged periods as required.
Ability to compose narratives, and reports, and complete forms clearly, legibly, and accurately.
Ability to learn, comprehend and use basic computer commands.
Candidates who are under final consideration for appointment will be required to authorize the release of criminal conviction information and submit to and pass drug and alcohol testing.
Must complete a mandatory one-year probation.

Nice To Haves

Current Baltimore City Fire Department employees who are promoted to this job classification are required to possess a valid Baltimore City Driver's Permit.

Responsibilities

Provides emergency medical treatment at the scene of an accident or illness.
Transports sick and injured persons to medical facilities.
Analyzes and takes command of patient care with full responsibility for the patient until relieved by proper medical staff.
Leads other Fire and EMS employees (without full supervisory duties).
Responds to medical emergencies, major traffic and other accidents, natural and man-made disasters.
Performs strenuous physical activity such as lifting, climbing and bending.