What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firemedic position at Charlotte County BCC?
Work where you can make a difference!
Do you have a passion for serving your community, and thrive in a workplace where no two days are alike? If so, we want you on our team! This is skilled firefighting work involving the protection of life and property through firefighting and rescue operations and trained emergency medical work utilizing advanced medical techniques under the policies, procedures and treatment protocols established by the Medical Director.
We offer a very competitive benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage ($26/month for employee only)
- Employee Health Clinic that offers Primary, Acute/Urgent Care, prescription dispensing, labs performed on site, digital x-rays, stress tests and EKGs, and health risk assessments
- Florida Retirement System (8 years vesting for pension plan/1 year vesting for investment plan)
- Highly Recognized Wellness at Work Program (up to $500 incentive deposited to an HRA account for participation in annual wellness program)
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Eleven recognized and observed annual paid holidays plus personal holiday hours during each fiscal year.
- Accrual of annual (vacation) leave and sick leave
- Training and Professional Development
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Minimum Education and Experience:
- Graduation from high school or equivalent is required.
- Possession of an Associates Degree in Fire Science Technology or Emergency Medical Services Technology or equivalent is preferred.
Licenses and/or Certificates:
- Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Florida Drivers license (Class E minimum)
- DOH approved certification as a Paramedic, State of Florida
- Certification as a Firefighter, State of Florida
- Valid certification and maintenance as an A.C.L.S. provider
- E.V.O.C. certification must be obtained within 90 days of employment
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Thorough knowledge of advanced emergency medical practices, procedures, techniques and protocols.
- Knowledge of all standards as set forth by the State of Florida in Florida Statutes, Chapter 401 and Florida Administrative Code 64J-1, relative to function.
- Knowledge of all detailed Firefighter duty standards as set forth by N.F.P.A. 1001.
- Ability to work for sustained periods under pressure and constantly changing situations.
Working Conditions: Very frequent exposure to changes in temperature and humidity.
Risk/Safety Conditions: Frequently around moving equipment, exposure to dust, gases and fumes, slippery or irregular surfaces, and moving objects. Occasional exposure to excessive noise levels.
Physical Activities: Frequent heavy lifting of over 50 pounds. Constant standing. Very frequent speaking and hearing,and detailed inspection/reading/editing. Frequent walking, sitting and bending/stooping. Occasional writing, reaching over head, kneeling and crawling. Will frequently monitor/operate fire apparatus such as engine, ladder, brush and staff vehicle.
Salary : $59,571
