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Wildland Fire Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Ascent Medical Transport
Boise, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 3/12/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/12/2025

Actively seeking Red Card qualified (FFT2), Nationally Registered (preferred not required), EMT-Basic for contracted rapid deployment to wildland fire incidents with EMS agency in Boise, Idaho. Rapid deployment is defined as 24 hours or less activation with priority to the Northwest Region (Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, Nevada), but with possible deployment to wildland fire incidents outside of the region as needed.

If you're looking for a team-oriented work environment, you won't have to look farther than Ascent Medical Transport. Our leadership team is second to none with a focus on quality, safety, and unparalleled customer service. Although this position is seasonal, extensions for Full-Time and Part-Time work may be offered to those who demonstrate hard work and interest in joining our team on a more permanent basis. Boise is an amazing city, and Ascent Medical Transport is looking for the right people to lead our agency into the foreseen future.

Qualifications:

  • Current Red Card Qualifications Met/Completed for 2025, prior to deployment
  • Arduous Pack Test completion for 2025 calendar year, prior to deployment
  • Experienced Fireline EMT: RT-130 refresher 2025 calendar year, prior to deployment
  • First Year Fireline EMT MUST COMPLETE: S-110, S-130 with field day (S-131), S-190, L-180 (proof of completion)
  • Current Idaho state EMS license (EMT) in good standing (Out of state EMT license considered, case dependent)
  • Current National Registry EMS certification (Preferred)
  • 911 experience required (3-5 years preferred) or will consider previous Wildland Fire EMT experience (minimum 1 WF season)
  • ICS 100 and 700
  • Must be in good physical condition
  • Accustomed to working in an austere environment
  • Wildland fire certifications/experience preferred but training can be attained for qualified providers
  • Good driving record
  • Must provide 3 references (At least 2 professional & 1 personal)
Skills:
  • Proficient in first aid techniques.
  • Knowledge of basic and advanced life support procedures.
  • Ability to accurately assess and monitor vital signs.
  • Mechanical aptitude for handling medical equipment.
  • Valid driver's license for operating emergency vehicles.
  • Capable of lifting heavy loads safely.
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).

Job Type: Seasonal/Temporary with possible extension of more permanent work (not guaranteed)

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalent (minimum requirement)
  • Completion of EMT program (able to be verified)

License/Certification:

  • State EMT License (Idaho Preferred)
  • NREMT License (Preferred)
  • BLS
  • Driver's License in good standing from current state of residence

Joining our team as a EMT offers the opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives during critical moments. If you are a compassionate individual with the necessary skills and qualifications, we invite you to apply for this rewarding position.

Job Types: Contract, Temporary

Pay: $650 per day

Shift:

  • Typical deployment (14 day)
  • Typical 16-hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Evening shift
  • Night shift
  • Overnight shift

Experience:

  • Emergency (911): Minimum 3 years (Preferred) or will consider at least 1-year WF season completed as FF2

License/Certification:

  • Red Card Qualifications for 2025 (Required)
  • Current National Registry EMS certification (Preferred)
  • Idaho state EMS license (EMT-Paramedic) in good standing (Preferred)

Ability to Commute or Commune Locally:

  • Boise, ID (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

  • Boise, ID: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $650

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