Paramedic

Paramedic

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Class: Full-Time

Department: Fire / EMS

Reports To: Assigned Captain or Lieutenant

Location: Varies

Work Hours: Rotating Shift Schedule

Essential*: Yes

Starting Salary Range: $23.6685 - $26.2684

Full Salary Range: $23.6685 - $31.8780

Estimated Annualized Salary: $78,644.03 – $87,282.68 (Top out at $112,421.86)

Position Summary:

The Paramedic provides advanced life support (ALS) emergency medical care and patient transport services as part of the Department's EMS system. This position responds to medical emergencies, performs patient assessment and treatment, and delivers care in accordance with state licensure and Medical Director protocols. Work is performed in physically demanding and high-stress environments, including patient homes, roadways, healthcare facilities, and other emergency scenes. The Paramedic reports to the assigned Lieutenant or Captain and is responsible for maintaining clinical competency, operational readiness, and professional conduct.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• The types and levels of emergency services provided by the fire department, together with a consideration of the structures and occupancies comprising the community, and the configuration of the fire department dictates the essential job tasks of fire department members / employees. This is not an all-inclusive list; other duties may be assigned as the needs of the department dictate.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Respond to emergency medical incidents and provide advanced life support care.
• Perform patient assessment, treatment, cardiac monitoring, airway management, medication administration, and other ALS interventions within scope of licensure.
• Document patient care accurately and in compliance with state and departmental standards.
• Transport patients safely to appropriate medical facilities.
• Operate ambulance units in emergency and non-emergency modes.
• Maintain readiness of assigned ambulance, medical equipment, and supplies.
• Participate in continuing education and skills competency training.
• Support fire ground operations in a medical capacity when assigned (e.g., rehab, firefighter medical monitoring, triage).
• Maintain compliance with infection control and safety standards.
• Participate in public education and community outreach programs as assigned.
• Perform other duties as directed by the chain of command.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of advanced life support principles and emergency medical procedures.
• Knowledge of state EMS regulations, documentation standards, and patient confidentiality requirements.
• Knowledge of incident command structure as it relates to EMS operations.
• Ability to assess and manage critically ill or injured patients in dynamic environments.
• Ability to operate emergency vehicles safely.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, hospital personnel, and emergency responders.
• Ability to maintain composure and sound judgment in high-stress situations.
• Ability to comply with infection control and occupational safety standards.
• Ability to maintain medical and physical fitness standards consistent with departmental policy.
• Ability to perform essential job functions safely without posing a direct threat to self or others.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of the United States
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Must not have been convicted of or admitted to conduct which constitutes a felony under State, Federal or Military Law.
• Must pass a physical ability test, psychological test, criminal background evaluation, and a drug-screen.
• Class C Driver's License through the Texas Department of Public Safety
• Honorable Discharge if prior military service.

Certification:

• Paramedic Certification – Texas Department of State Health Services

Education:

• High School Diploma / G.E.D.

Experience:

• 911 experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of the fire service is preferred

*Essential Position:

This position is designated as essential to the continued delivery of emergency services. The Paramedic is required to remain on duty or report to duty during emergencies, disasters, or other critical incidents, including those occurring during or following evacuation orders. Employees in this position must remain available for scheduled shifts and recall to duty unless specifically released by the Fire Chief (or designee) or authorized City official. This requirement applies to natural disasters, man-made incidents, civil disturbances, and other emergencies affecting the City. The Paramedic must plan accordingly to ensure availability during such events. Failure to comply with essential duty requirements may result in disciplinary action, up to and including termination.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions:

Work is performed in ambulance, station, and emergency scene environments. The position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, lifting, and carrying patients and equipment. The Paramedic must be able to lift and move patients with assistance, perform CPR, and operate in adverse weather conditions. The position may involve exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, traffic hazards, and stressful emergency situations. The employee must maintain medical fitness standards consistent with departmental policy.