PARAMEDIC TRANSPORT

City of Sierra Vista Fire & Medical Services is conducting recruitment for the position of Paramedic. Testing for this position will be scheduled on an as needed basis according to department needs.

Testing for the position of Paramedic is conducted through the City of Sierra Vista and may consist of a written test, physical fitness evaluation and/or oral interview.

Definition & Essential Functions:
 
Under general supervision, performs a variety of Advanced Life Support emergency medical services (EMS) duties, primarily while responding to 911 emergency responses, and non-emergency local transports throughout the City of Sierra Vista and Fort Huachuca.
 
City Crew – typically works a 48 hours on, 120 hours off schedule.  Any hour worked over 40 in a week is overtime.
Fort Huachuca Crew – typically rotates with city crews, but will also work a 48 hours on, 120 hours off schedule, or a 40 on, 120 off at Black Tower station. Any hour worked over 40 in a week is overtime
 
FLSA status: Non-Exempt.
 
Essential functions included in the job description may include tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics.  The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class.

• Performs general maintenance of fire and EMS stations along with other crew members
• Checks tools, equipment, supplies, and materials of each ambulance to ensure that all are in proper operating condition
• Responds to structure fires, hazardous materials, or special rescue incidents as medical provider
• Performs a variety of emergency medical activities at fire, accident, hazardous material, or other emergency situations as a certified emergency paramedic
• Initiates pre-hospital medical care to individuals
• Provides basic and advanced life support at emergency scenes
• Participates in public education/information events, such as station tours or group presentations
• Participates in regular training/drills

Knowledge of:
 

• First aid, CPR, and other basic emergency medical care techniques and methods
• Advanced life support techniques, as required of a certified paramedic
• Streets, addresses, and locations throughout the City of Sierra Vista and Fort Huachuca, with familiarity of neighboring communities and surrounding areas
• Applicable state, federal, and local statutes, codes, and ordinances
• The use and purpose of a variety of specialized equipment, tools, and apparatus used in rescue and emergency medical situations
• Pertinent OSHA laws, regulations, and requirements

 
 
Skills in:
 

• Using a personal computer with basic office software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation applications
• Utilizing a computer, properly documents all patient encounters, treatments, and transport information
• Safe and proper use of all specialized EMS equipment, vehicles, apparatus, and materials
• Understanding and interpreting complex statutes, ordinances, regulations, and standards
• Applying basic and/or advanced emergency medical assistance techniques
• Working effectively in hazardous environments subject to infectious/contagious diseases, blood borne pathogens, personal injury, quickly changing priorities, and the ability to remain calm during emergency situations
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other department EMS personnel, city staff, fire suppression staff, and the general public
• Presenting complex subjects to a variety of audiences at an appropriate level of understanding geared for the listeners
• Following oral instructions under stressful situations

Required:  

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Arizona Paramedic certification
• Healthcare provider CPR certification
• AHA ACLS certification (or equivalent)
• Valid Arizona driver's license
• AHA PALS certification (or equivalent) required within 6 months of hire.
   

Additional Information:

The City of Sierra Vista provides an equal employment opportunity (EEO) for all persons regardless of race, color, sex (to include lesbian, gay, bi-sexual, or transgendered (LGBT)), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, or genetic information.  The City of Sierra Vista complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in all employment activities.
 
The City of Sierra Vista complies with the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) and will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.  Requests for reasonable accommodation during the recruitment or hiring process must be sent to the Human Resources Department.