Paramedic (Non-Safety)

City of Rialto • Rialto, CA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a non-safety/non-firefighter position that works under the supervision of a Fire Captain to perform emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport services. The role involves providing basic and advanced medical care and transport of the ill and injured to hospitals or other emergency care facilities. Responsibilities include responding to a variety of emergency and non-emergency calls for service, participating in community risk reduction and public education activities, and performing station and equipment maintenance.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Possession of a valid State of California driver’s license.
• A valid State of California Paramedic license.
• Licensed as a Paramedic and have the ability to become accredited in the ICEMA Region after appointment.
• Must obtain California State Certified Hazardous Materials First Responder Awareness level training within the first year of employment.
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, county and Rialto regulations, practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of Emergency vehicle maintenance and safe operation, including all applicable federal and state driving licenses.
• Knowledge of Emergency ambulance transportation procedures including use of emergency medical equipment, gurney operations, and safe emergency work practices.
• Knowledge of Infectious control procedures.
• Knowledge of Emergency radio communication procedures.
• Knowledge of Geography and street layout of the City and surrounding area.
• Knowledge of California vehicular laws related to operation of ambulances.
• Knowledge of Pertinent federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations.
• Knowledge of English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Knowledge of Principles and practices of customer service.
• Ability to read electronic and incident maps and follow map directions.
• Ability to perform competently under extreme pressure and in stressful situations.
• Ability to make accurate observations and rapid judgments.
• Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the general public.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others and contribute to a successful team effort.
• Ability to maintain physical endurance and agility.
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
• Ability to work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environment and carry out work assignments as instructed.
• Ability to safely and properly transport patients during ambulance transportation.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as an EMT, Paramedic, or Fire Explorer is desired but not required.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency medical calls for service and provides advanced life support functions as indicated.
• Document and complete all reports such as, pre-hospital care reports, incident reports, travel information, and training and continuing education records.
• Maintain records and logs of work completed and in-progress.
• Participate in the delivery of emergency and non-emergency medical and health care.
• Transport patients and staff to/from medical facilities in a safe, timely manner.
• Complete mechanical checklist for vehicle at the start/end of each shift.
• Stay current on new innovations relative to community risk reduction and emergency medical services.
• Give informative and educational tours of the fire station to school children and other citizens; explain the functions of the Fire department; participate in other public relations activities.
• Support and assist other fire and medical personnel as directed on medical calls.
• Perform community risk reduction inspections and pre-incident planning.
• Perform decontamination procedures in compliance with CalOSHA regulations.
• In the event of a major emergency, may be called in from off duty to work an extended period of time.
• Study and keep up to date on City geography, department rules, regulations, procedures and other training and job-related materials.
• Maintain medical information in a confidential manner subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPPA).
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Benefits

• Overtime pay based upon a 40-hour work week.
• Time and one half of the time Paramedics FLSA regular rate of pay for hours worked over forty (40) hours in a work week.

What This Job Offers

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