Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic

In addition to the responsibilities outlined in the Marysville Fire District Firefighter Job Description, this position provides initial emergency medical care and treatment to the sick and injured at an emergency response scene. The Firefighter/Paramedic will be primarily responsible for medical judgments made in the field in accordance with the protocols and guidelines of the Medical Control Physician, EMS protocols and Marysville Fire District SOPs.

Salary Range:

In addition to their monthly salary, eligible employees receive $200 - $400 compensation based on acceptable degrees from accredited organizations and 2% longevity pay after the completion of 5 years of service with the district.

Minimum Service Requirements:

Eligibility for this position shall be based upon 1) the length of service, 2) the successful completion of the testing process (which may include but is not limited to written exams, oral interviews, tactical exercises, problem solving, oral presentations, etc.). If issued a conditional job offer, successful completion of a background investigation, successful completion of an occupational medical examination, drug test and psychological exam.

• Responds to emergency incidents involving fire as part of a firefighting team, engages in all types of firefighting activities which include but are not limited to rescue, protection of exposures, confinement of fires, extinguishment of fire, overhaul of fire scenes, ventilation and salvage operations, responds to major alarms when called in from off-duty, operates/utilizes all machinery, equipment and supplies appropriate for area of assignment.
• Responding to emergency medical alarms, locating patients and identifying the nature of any illness or injury and, under supervision or general orders, initiate and administer proper and continuous emergency medical treatment at the scene until patients are delivered to a medical facility for further treatment if necessary.
• Complying with Snohomish County EMS Protocols, Marysville Fire District Policies, Procedures and General Orders, Medical Control Physician direction and base hospital physician’s recommendations after radio and/or phone consults.
• Transport of patients to a medical facility for further treatment, if necessary, as per Snohomish County EMS Protocols and Marysville Fire District Policies and Procedures.
• Responding to patient and family needs in a timely and professional manner. Communicating with the patient and family regarding conditions, treatment and recommended therapy.
• Obtaining detailed patient history, patient examination and assessment, timely and complete recording and filing of appropriate Marysville Fire District EMS documentation.
• Directing fire department personnel in patient care and treatment at the emergency scene and during transport to a medical facility.
• Driving appropriate department vehicles, as qualified, to the scene of a fire, accident, or EMS alarm.
• Responsibility for daily and weekly EMS apparatus checks and maintaining appropriate inspection documentation, reporting mechanical and defective equipment problems.
• Monitoring the medical supply inventory for the EMS apparatus, ordering and maintaining adequate reserve supply on EMS apparatus and maintaining the appropriate inventory and ordering documentation.
• Providing EMS training classes to fire department personnel on approved medical procedures and techniques. Providing continuing education classes for Marysville Fire District Firefighter/Paramedics, Firefighter EMT's and Firefighter First Responders.
• Maintaining and cleaning station facilities, grounds, and apparatus.
• Perform any other Firefighter or Firefighter/Paramedic related work as required.

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines --

The Marysville Fire District reserves the right to evaluate and consider, at its discretion, any combination of education and experience that tends to indicate the applicant possesses the skills, knowledge and abilities listed herein.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Be a minimum of twenty-one (21) years old.
• Completion of one full year of full-time paid uniform experience as a paramedic with a fire district or municipal agency including successful completion of the agency’s probationary process.
• Prior experience as a volunteer or a career level firefighter is desirable.
• Documented field RSI (Rapid Sequence Intubation) experience highly desirable.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and/or experience that provides the following knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of:

Principles, practices and emerging trends of modern firefighting, emergency operations and best practices as a Paramedic, including fire suppression/attack.

Ability to:

• Successfully complete a Paramedic Certification Program.
• Read, analyze and interpret emergency care methods and techniques.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work calmly and systematically in stressful and/or hazardous conditions.
• Reason and make appropriate judgments and decisions under stress.
• Establish and maintain effective, amicable relations with co-workers and the public.
• Communicate in a clear and concise manner.
• Cope with situations firmly, courteously, tactfully, and with respect for each citizen’s rights.
• Successfully complete a written evaluation of paramedic knowledge, skills and abilities, and entry-level firefighting knowledge.
• Successfully complete an oral exam and evaluation by the Medical Services Administrator - BC and Fire District Medical Control Physician.
• Successfully complete an oral interview with the Fire Chief.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment physical exam and drug test as determined by the Department’s physician.
• Successfully pass a psychological exam.
• Complete the Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT).
• Successfully complete a twelve-month probationary period.
• Be of good moral character and temperament, conscientious habits and requires that the employee demonstrate good character through words and actions.
• To work irregular hours.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE REQUIREMENTS:

• Requires a valid Washington State Driver's License and a driving record acceptable to the Department’s insurance carrier at all times.
• Possess and maintain a current Washington State and/or National Registry Paramedic Certification.
• Requires IFSAC Firefighter I Certification.
• Possess and/or acquire and maintain a current ACLS Certification.
• Requires IFSAC Firefighter II Certification (or state equivalent).
• Requires Hazmat Awareness Certification.
• Requires Hazmat Operations Certification.