Paramedic

Pay: $39.69 (8hr) / $28.35 (24hr)

Essential Job Functions:

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls for service.

• Secures safety of the incident scene.

• Determines medical status and priority of medical treatment.

• Stabilizes and immobilizes patients and prescribes a mode of transportation to emergency medical care facilities based on the condition of patients.

• Administers basic and advanced life support and emergency medical care to injured/ill persons consistent with the level authorized by Paramedic certification/licensure, established medical protocols, and standard operating procedures.

• Complies with federal, state, and local regulations related to the treatment, transportation and documentation of patient interactions.

• Complies with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) guidelines.

• Maintains inventory of medical supplies/equipment for assigned stations and apparatus.

• Follows established universal health precautions in the treatment and care of patients.

• Inspects, tests, cleans, and maintains station facilities, grounds, equipment, and apparatus as needed.

• Participates in training exercises and instruction to increase performance.

• Responds to requests and inquiries from the general public, other Department personnel, and other City Departments.

• Interprets and explains City and Department policies and procedures to the public.

• Maintains all activity and material usage logs.

• Resolves a variety of situations characterized by conflict or danger.

Other Important Duties:

• The position may require shift and non-shift schedules, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours in emergency, disaster, or other situations influenced by heavy workloads or other staffing difficulties.

• Participates in department committees and attends staff meetings as required.

• Conducts public education activities that may include, but is not limited to: Citizen’s Fire Academy, children’s birthday parties, block parties, and station tours.

• Assists in developing and presenting a variety of training programs related to medical care and EMS.

• Must learn streets and routes within the city and surrounding areas to include the location of medical facilities, to ensure expeditious response times.

• Attends scheduled training necessary to maintain Paramedic certification/licensure and minimum continuing education credit as required by the Texas Department of State Health Services and/or Medical Control Physician.

• Travels to conduct fire and life safety inspections, respond to calls for service, provide CPR and First Aid instruction, and attend meetings, conferences, and training.

• Performs related duties as assigned.

• Regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours is essential.

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Knowledge of emergency medical services and protocols.

• Knowledge of ambulance operation principles and practices.

• Knowledge and skill associated with operating specialized communication equipment.

• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.

• Knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in responding to and handling incidents involving hazardous materials.

• Knowledge of pertinent Federal, State and local laws, codes, and regulations.

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and rational thinking under stressful and/or dangerous circumstances.

• Ability to evaluate various options and alternatives and choose an appropriate and reasonable course of action.

• Proficiency in the use of computers and related hardware and software for the development and maintenance of safety and health inspections, annual reviews, and other documentation.

• Skill in effective oral and written communications.

Education, Experience, and Certifications:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Certification/licensure as a Paramedic through the Texas Department of State Health Services
• Current on all Texas Department of State Health Services medical continuing education requirements
  related to Paramedic certification/licensure.
• Must successfully complete all medical control requirements to perform as a Paramedic with the Frisco Fire Department
• Must maintain a satisfactory rating on annual performance evaluation reports.
• Must possess a valid Texas Class B Exempt driver’s license within six (6) months of employment or an
  equivalent license issued from the state in which you currently reside.
• Must maintain a satisfactory rating on annual performance evaluation reports.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, physical, physical agility, motor vehicle record check,
  previous employment check, polygraph test, psychological test, and criminal background check.
• Members hired as a Paramedic will, at the department’s expense, be required to attend and complete fire school and subsequently obtain their Texas Commission on Fire Protection Basic Firefighter certificate.