What are the responsibilities and job description for the PARAMEDIC position at CITY OF BELLAIRE?
Job Details
Description
Join our dedicated team as a Firefighter Paramedic in a small, close-knit community where your work truly makes a difference. At the City of Bellaire, we prioritize stewardship, creativity, and camaraderie, creating an environment where each individual can thrive and have a direct impact on the safety and well-being of our residents. If you’re passionate about serving with purpose and want to be part of a team that values innovation and strong connections, we invite you to apply and help us continue to build a safer, stronger community together.
PARAMEDIC functions include but are not limited to the following:
- Emergency Medical Response:
- Respond promptly to fire and medical emergency calls, providing medical treatment and life-saving interventions to sick or injured patients at the scene.
- Utilize radio, telephone, and dispatch communications to coordinate response activities.
- Assess emergency situations and evacuate persons from danger, making forcible entry into buildings as necessary.
- Administer appropriate medications and treatment protocols as per established guidelines, prioritizing patient well-being and safety.
- Apparatus Maintenance:
- Perform routine cleaning, stocking, and maintenance of ambulance and firefighting vehicles, ensuring readiness for emergency deployment.
- Ensure the proper maintenance and functioning of medical equipment, promptly addressing any issues to uphold operational efficiency.
- Public Relations:
- Foster positive working relationships with hospital and emergency department staff, facilitating seamless transitions of patient care.
- Educate the community about EMS safety by responding to citizen inquiries, presenting tips to local organizations, and assisting with public tours of fire station.
- Uphold a positive public image by demonstrating empathy, professionalism, and compassion in all interactions with patients and community members.
- Documentation:
- Utilize electronic medical recording systems (e.g., ESO) to accurately document patient assessments, treatments, and interventions in a timely and comprehensive manner.
- Provide detailed reports to hospital staff, updating them on patient condition, treatment provided, and relevant medical history for continuity of care.
- Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.
Note - This position is scheduled to work a 48/96 schedule, which means that they would be scheduled to receive overtime pay for working their regular schedule.
Qualifications
Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.
Education: High School Diploma or GED
Experience: No previous relevant work experience is required.
Supervisory: No previous supervisory experience is required.
Certifications/Licenses: DSHS Paramedic license; Driver's License; CPR; ACLS; PALS;
Salary : $21 - $24
