FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC (*Salary Includes Required Certification Pay)

Firefighter/EMT/Paramedic

Under supervision, performs fire suppression duties and provides emergency medical treatment on assigned shift. Performs duties in accordance with all established policies, procedures and medical protocol.

Examples of duties include:

• Performs fire suppression duties including operating related fire equipment, laying hose and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks in an effort to protect the lives and property of those in need of assistance.
• Responds to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support treatment to patients. Obtains patient medical history if possible; assesses physical condition of patients and assists in making decisions regarding proper courses of action.
• Performs such duties as CPR, splint application, wound treatment, control of bleeding, monitoring and relaying of vital signs, oxygen administration and sterile suctioning. Performs extrication of victims from wreckage as necessary.
• Maintains radio communications with dispatch center, hospital personnel and other public safety agencies to receive and to transmit instructions involving patient care. Provides instructions to first responders and bystanders in the use of first aid equipment. Determines the need for back-up assistance.
• Completes required records and forms documenting patient treatment.
• Mitigates hazardous materials incidents within parameters of training capabilities.
• Performs daily supply and equipment inventory; restocks equipment, tools, supplies, etc., in preparation for subsequent emergency responses and shifts.
• Cleans and decontaminates equipment after use.
• Participates in employee training programs.
• Presents fire prevention programs to various public groups as requested; participates in general public education and public relations efforts.
• Receives and refers public inquiries and complaints regarding activities of the department to supervisors.
• Keeps abreast of new technology, methods and regulations for fire prevention and suppression operations and emergency medical operations; attends meetings, conferences and continuing education classes as required and/or appropriate.
• Remains on duty 24 hours per assigned shift for emergencies.
• Prepares fire and rescue reports, and various records, logs and checklists.
• Performs pre-fire inspections; conducts hydrant tests.
• Performs various housekeeping and grounds keeping duties as necessary.
• Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles.
• Operates an assortment of equipment and hand tools used in fire / rescue service, which may include fire suppression equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus, two-way radio, fire extinguishers, life-saving / life supporting equipment, extrication equipment, generators, air monitoring equipment, flood lights, etc. Uses certain chemicals used in fighting fires, diagnostic instruments, medical supplies and instruments, special protective clothing, cleaning supplies, hand and power tools, etc.
• Operates a telephone, copier, fax machine, etc.; operates a lawn mower, weed eater, etc., in grounds maintenance work.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other department supervisors, co-workers, other County personnel, other government agencies, municipal personnel, volunteers, fire / EMS personnel of other jurisdictions, civic and community organizations, school personnel, students, business/property owners, sales representatives, medical/hospital personnel, accident/incident bystanders, patients, and the general public.
• Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests.
• Performs general office work, including but not limited to preparing reports and records, completing forms, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc.
• May drive emergency vehicles to and from emergency scenes; operates pumps and other fire apparatus as needed in emergency operations.
• May provide transportation to appropriate medical facilities.
• Performs related duties as required.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS – EMT:

Responds to fire and emergency calls, providing intermediate and basic life support treatment to patients, firefighting and other actions as needed to attempt to remedy the situation. Assesses the condition of patients and makes decisions regarding proper courses of action. Performs such duties as immobilization of body, wound treatment, control of bleeding, monitoring and relaying of vital signs and oxygen therapy administration.

ADDITIONAL ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS – PARAMEDIC:

Responds to emergency medical calls, providing intermediate and advanced life support treatment to patients. Assesses the condition of patients and makes decisions regarding proper courses of action. Performs such duties as cardiac monitoring, medication calculation and administration, immobilization of body, would treatment, control of bleeding, monitoring and relaying of vital signs, oxygen and IV therapy administration, sterile suctioning, intubation, defibrillation, ECG monitoring and the management of cardiac arrest and severe trauma patients.

May assist in supervising the duties of EMT personnel.

(These essential functions are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job. Employees will be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required.)

Typical qualifications include:

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by training in fire and EMS service programs. Must possess and maintain required State of Florida Firefighter II, EMT and Basic Life Support Certifications. Must acquire and maintain a State of Florida Paramedic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications within thirty-six (36) months of beginning employment with Nassau County Fire/Rescue. Must possess a valid State Driver's License and EVOC certification.

ADDITIONAL MINIMUM TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE – PARAMEDIC:

Must possess and maintain state of Florida Paramedic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications.

Additional information includes:

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will continue to be received until the listed closing date or the position is filled, whichever is earliest. Submission of an application does not guarantee the applicant an interview. Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check.

Nassau County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Workplace. Nassau County values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and that the County supports the hiring of returning service members, military spouses, and their family members as such this position is eligible for Veterans' Preference in accordance with applicable laws.