Paramedic-Firefighter

Classification : Paramedic / Firefighter (full-time and part-time)

Primary objectives / Responsibility of Position

Including but not limited to :

1. The Paramedic / Firefighter must be able to perform life-saving functions without the resources that

are normally available in the hospital setting. He / She must be able to function independently in the

event of a communications failure.

2. Shares in the responsibility for the care and transport of the sick and injured, in accordance with the

guidelines set forth by the State of Michigan, Blair Township EMS, and the Regional Medical

Control Authority.

3. The Paramedic / Firefighter must act appropriately using his / her own discretion to maintain control

and organization of pre-hospital scenes while following written / verbal Medical Control protocols

and orders.

4. Shares in the responsibility of protecting persons, homes, businesses, assets, and properties from the

threat of fire or any possible disaster potential in accordance to policies and procedures set forth by

Blair Township Fire and EMS.

5. Shares in the responsibility of the EMS and Fire department complex cleaning and routine up-keep.

6. Shares in the responsibility of maintaining Blair Townships fire hydrant system.

7. Shares in the responsibility of maintaining and ensuring that emergency apparatus is clean, stocked,

and prepared for service at all times.

8. Will perform work-related duties as assigned by department managers and / or Township Supervisor.

9. This position reports to the Blair Township EMS Director, Fire Chief, and / or direct Supervisor as

per the determined chain of command.

Professional Relations :

1. Participates as requested in community outreach and the education of other health care professionals

and the general public.

2. Respects the needs and rights of co-workers, patients, and the public.

3. Assists in promoting and maintaining positive relationships with the EMS and Fire fields.

4. This position dictates a high degree of confidentiality.

Professional Performance Standards

1. Performs initial and on-going assessment of each patient.

2. Able to independently direct the prehospital care of patients at the level of Advanced Life

Support(ALS). (Level II Paramedic / FF Role)

3. Works under direct supervision of a Level II Paramedic during ALS care if designated as a Level I

Paramedic / FF.

4. Accurately, thoroughly, and professionally documents patient care utilizing the prescribed electronic

patient care charting system in a timely manner.

5. Collects data in a systematic and continuous manner. This data is accessible, communicated, and

recorded.

6. Utilizes the appropriate Medical Control protocols : Recognizes and communicates pertinent

changes in health status to the on-line medical control.

7. Performs techniques and procedures as ordered by a physician or outlined in the Medical Control

Authority Pre-Hospital Protocols.

8. Able to make appropriate patient care decisions based on patient assessments, strong clinical

judgment and the best interest of the patient.

9. Able to maintain quality patient care during prolonged transports to the appropriate receiving

facilities.

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