Firefighter EMT

Job Summary

The purpose of this position is to provide fire protection and suppression, hazmat, rescue services, and EMS services to people and animals, and serve the public in those capacities. The Firefighter-EMT responds to emergency and non-emergency situations and conducts patient care to include Advanced Life Support. They may be assigned to an ambulance or fire engine. They conduct technical functions related to fire protection and suppression of all fires, rescue, EMS, and Hazmat, including responding to emergency situations. They perform daily inspections of all equipment, apparatus and firehouses to insure mission readiness.

Firefighter EMT Annual Pay Rate: $77,118.08 per year

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains and supports a positive, collaborative culture within the City organization as a whole, fully embracing the cultural and values statements espoused by the City.
• Responds to all fire/rescue (animal and people), hazmat or medical calls and emergencies, and provides care, direction or support as necessary in the particular area as dictated by his/her shift job. May be sole respondent in some cases, and may be required to coordinate volunteers or other agencies/departments at site; responds and mitigates non-emergency situations.
• Conducts basic maintenance on vehicles and equipment ensuring access via communications equipment and responsiveness/readiness of emergency vehicles; ensures all medical supplies are stocked and ready on the assigned vehicle.
• Conducts maintenance of fire facilities, including custodial duties such as cleaning, repairing and relates tasks.
• Attends and provides formal recruit training on fire department EMS issues, procedures, and programs for volunteer staff.
• May oversee EMS functions for the City, including responding to calls and assisting with developing and implementing procedures.
• Conducts all duties and responsibilities of an EMT, and may act as the Supervisor at the firehouse or on scenes.
• May attend administrative meeting and departmental representative as requested.
• Completes reports of emergency medical responses and patient care.
• Requests the purchase of medical supplies and equipment within department guidelines.
• Required to work 48 hour shifts at fire stations on a fire engine or an ambulance crew.
• Conducts patient care, identifies diagnostic signs and symptoms, may seek technical guidance of an emergency room physician prior to rendering treatment, and administers emergency care as determined necessary.
• Attends annual trainings to ensure all required certifications are current and maintained. Loss of required certifications may result in termination.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with citizens and co-workers.
• Answers telephone, responds to citizen questions, and provides information as necessary.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Supervisor Duties

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Work Environment

The work environment for this position involves exposure to various physical and environmental conditions. The incumbent may encounter intermittent loud or distracting noises from engines, generators, and other equipment, as well as occasional equipment vibration. Exposure to fumes, odors, dust, mists, and gases in poorly ventilated areas may occur occasionally. There is potential for limited exposure to hazardous conditions, including heights, burns, radiant energy, explosives, and electrical or mechanical dangers.

The position also involves moderate to high exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals, blood-borne pathogens, and the physical and emotional stress associated with emergency response scenarios. Additionally, the incumbent may face risks associated with motor vehicle traffic hazards while performing emergency duties.

The role requires frequent interaction with citizens in a variety of emotional states, including those who may be distressed, fearful, angry, or grieving, necessitating strong interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.