What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firefighter/Paramedic LTE position at City of Monona?
Under the direct supervision of the City of Monona Fire Chief, an LTE Firefighter/Paramedic provides direct services, individually and as a member of a team, in response to fire, rescue, hazmat and other incidents. Additionally, an LTE Firefighter/Paramedic responds to medical emergencies and provides pre-hospital ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT care to victims of injury or illness. An LTE Firefighter/Paramedic makes medical decisions based on standing orders, protocols and orders from on-line and off-line medical direction.
Copies of the following documents MUST be submitted with your application. Failure to submit any of these documents will result in an incomplete application.
- Cover letter
- Resume
- State of Wisconsin Firefighter I certification
- State of Wisconsin Paramedic certification
- Proof of required additional certifications (ACLS / PALS / BLS CPR / ICS / NIMS)
After applications are evaluated and scored based on experience, education, and qualifications, applicants may be invited to an assessment center which may consist of the following parts:
- Medical assessment by medical direction and department team
- Interview panel consisting of department leadership
- Written exam
Following the assessment center, applicants shall be ranked based on performance, interviewing and medical assessment capabilities. Depending on number of ranked applicants, there may be a second interview with the Chief. Conditional job offers may be made after a thorough background check.
The following duties are normal for this position. They should not be construed as all-inclusive; other duties may be added as needed:
- Performs complex diagnostic and medical procedures including, but not limited to, intravenous fluid administration, endotracheal intubation, recognition of cardiac arrhythmias, and administration of various medications.
- Drives and operates ambulance or other apparatus as assigned. Accurately completes written and verbal reports on patient care to hospital emergency departments.
- Performs a thorough, daily inspection of the apparatus to which he/she is assigned; notifies OIC of any condition requiring repair or maintenance; insures that the inventory of supplies and equipment is complete; assures that apparatus, equipment, and records are maintained and in good order.
- Checks all medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.
- Lays hose lines; operates nozzles, pumps and hydrants; utilizes fire extinguishers and performs other actions to suppress fire; operates hydraulic, pneumatic, manual and power tools.
- Participates in salvage operation and post-fire operations; uses salvage covers, floor runners and other related equipment to reduce property damage from heat, smoke, fire, gases, and water.
- Participates in drills and training evolutions as directed.
- Cleans and performs general maintenance of fire equipment and fire stations.
- Responds to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.
- Transfers, lifts and moves patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.
- Responds to hazardous materials incidents at an awareness level and responds to other calls for assistance as requested by the public.
- Participates in public education programs in schools, civic groups and other locations as requested.
- Conducts departmental training sessions on topics related to the employee’s job functions.
- Utilizes city computer system for patient care documentation, record keeping, pre-incident planning, and other job related functions.
- Drives and operates fire apparatus under the direction of the OIC and according to procedures as outlined in the City of Monona Fire Department SOGs.
- Participates in daily physical training.
- Performs related duties as required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- State of Wisconsin Firefighter I certification
- State of Wisconsin Paramedic certification
- Current ACLS certification
- Current PALS certification
- Current BLS CPR certification
- ICS 100 / ICS 200 / ICS 700 / NIMS 800
- Able to pass department human performance evaluation based on job description
- The ability to meet all the special requirements listed below
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- 19 years or older
- Valid and insurable driver’s license
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
- Must be of good moral character.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- 2 or more years’ paramedic experience with a career/combination department
- State of Wisconsin Firefighter II certification
- Current NRP certification
- Experience working with volunteers
- Resident of the City of Monona
Salary : $22
