Emt Jobs in Los Angeles, TX

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduation from a high school or GED equivalent.
• Must possess Basic E.M.T. certification at time of hire.
• Must obtain IFSAC- Firefighter I certification prior to completion of one-year probationary period.
• Successful certification on Emergency Vehicle Accident Prevention Program (EVAC).
• Must obtain Advanced EMT (NREMT & State licenses) within 1 year of starting Advanced EMT program.

Nice To Haves

• Any equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Performs firefighting activities including driving fire apparatus and ambulance, climbing ladders, operating pumps and related equipment, laying hose, and performing fire combat, containment, and extinguishment tasks.
• Performs emergency aid activities including administering basic or advanced life support (ALS) aid and providing other assistance as required.
• Participates in fire drills, attends classes in firefighting, hazardous materials, and related subjects.
• Receives and relays fire calls and alarms. Operates two way radio and other communication equipment.
• Participates in the inspection of buildings, hydrants, and other structures in fire prevention programs.
• Maintains fire equipment, EMS equipment, apparatus, and facilities. Performs minor repairs to departmental equipment.
• Performs flow testing of hydrants.
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of fire facilities and equipment; cleans and washes walls and floors; cares for grounds around station; makes minor repairs; washes, cleans, polishes, maintains and tests apparatus, and equipment.
• Presents programs to the community on safety, medical, and fire prevention topics.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
• Performs salvage operations, such as, throwing salvage covers, sweeping water, and removing debris.
• Performs other duties, as assigned.
• Serves as a member of various employee committees as needed.