This is a non-exempt position, which is shift level work primarily concerned with emergency and non-emergency activities of the Fire/Rescue Division of the Fire Department.

THIS RECRUITMENT IS TO CREATE A LIST OF ELIGIBLE CANDIDATES FOR FUTURE VACANCIES.

Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Administers appropriate care at the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Paramedic skills level, as defined by Florida State Statute in all emergency medical situations.

Directs and oversees the appropriate patient care administered by any Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) assigned to unit.

Administers non-emergency programs, which may be established by the City/Department.

Participates in Quality Assurance activities as directed by the Fire/Rescue Division of the Fire Department.

Instructs or assists in the instruction of Fire Department members in the First Responder, and/or other areas deemed necessary by the division.

Oversees the scheduled mechanical check-out of assigned vehicle, and assures that proper documentation and notification is made regarding any mechanical or operational defects found during vehicle and equipment check-out.

Responsible for the completion of the scheduled check-out of medical equipment, medical supply inventories, and oversees the replenishment, replacement, and/or repairs of these items as required.

Responsible for the completion of all appropriate documentation of Basic Life Support or Advanced Life Support medical calls as required or as directed by the Division, including, but not limited to patient medical reports and State fire reports.

Responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the Rescue unit and all equipment.

Reviews documentation submitted by Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT) to determine if they are concise, complete and legible.

This position does not have final procurement authority.

Performs related work as required and as directed.

Thorough knowledge of current medical, rescue and emergency procedures and protocols.

Thorough knowledge of medical triage procedures.

Knowledge of geographical features of the City.

Ability to handle highly confidential information, in both written and verbal format.

Ability to successfully complete and pass all Paramedic skills evaluations as set forth by the Fire/Rescue Division of the Fire Department.

Ability to analyze situations quickly, and correctly adopts an effective course of action.

Ability to maintain complex records and prepare accurate reports from such records.

Ability to communicate effectively.

Ability to work all shifts, weekends and holidays.

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other municipal employees and the general public.

Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.

REQUIRED TRAINING

Licensed by the State of Florida Department of Health and Rehabilitative Services as a Paramedic.

Certification by the American Heart Association (Provider Course C) of the American Red Cross (Professional Rescuers) in two man CPR.

Certification by the American Heart Association as an Advanced Cardiac Life Support provider.

Certification in emergency vehicle operation course (EVOC).

It is a necessary requirement and policy that applicants pass all of the pre-employment tests. Please keep in mind that the testing process may take up to six (6) months. If you fail any part of our testing, your application will not be processed further.