Paramedic (Non-Suppression)

Join the City of Reno and become part of an amazing team that strives every day to make our community a place we are all proud to call home. The Reno Fire Department Paramedic will operate as a non-fire suppression position under the department’s Emergency Medical Service (EMS) Division. The ideal candidate in this position will provide EMS services including medical assessments, primary and advanced life support (ALS) treatment, and transportation of patients who are ill, injured, and/or need other medical services. Treatment, transportation and transfer of patients will be based upon established policies, procedures and protocols. This position will report to the Chief of the Emergency Medical Service Division. Work Schedule/Salary Adjustment As members of the Reno Fire Department, Paramedics are assigned to a rotating schedule of 48 hours on and 96 hours off. The stated annual salary is based on a 2,080-hour work year and does not include compensation associated with the regularly scheduled overtime required by the assigned schedule. Actual annual earnings are therefore expected to exceed the published salary amount. We currently have three vacancies in the Reno Fire Department in which hiring will begin immediately following the close of this recruitment. This recruitment will also establish a list for future vacancies, which will be filled as they occur. This is both an internal and external recruitment to provide a promotional opportunity for all qualified current classified City of Reno employees and an open competitive opportunity for all other qualified applicants. The City of Reno is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to everyone. This commitment is an integral part of our efforts to ensure that we have a diverse and representative workforce that serves the community of Reno. Responsibilities Participate in the delivery of emergency and non-emergency medical and health care. Respond to emergency and non-emergency medical calls for service and provide life support functions as indicated. Drive and operate ambulances and other department vehicles safely, in accordance with established department and emergency driving guidelines. Provide an exemplary, safe, professional demeanor at all times. Become familiar with and maintain medical information in a confidential manner subject to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) as per policy. Maintain currency of all required certifications and licenses. Provide feedback to management for improvement of working conditions, patient care, and system performance. Document and complete all reports, such as pre-hospital care reports, incident reports, travel information and training and continuing education records as per policy. Lift, carry, and/or push patients as needed to move or transfer them to wheelchairs, stretchers, ambulances, or other assistive devices. Participate in the transportation of patients to appropriate treatment facility as needed; assist the receiving facility by obtaining, recording, and communicating patients’ vital statistics and circumstances of the emergency. Participate in vehicle, station, and equipment maintenance and cleanup activities; check assigned vehicle(s) and equipment to ensure response readiness; maintain an inventory of supplies, equipment, and routine vehicle parts. Assist staff/employees/others in delivering medical care. Must be able to work overtime as required. Other duties as assigned. The following minimum qualifications are required to be met at the time of application. Age and Education Be at least 18 years of age at the time of appointment. High School Diploma or equivalent License or Certificate Possession of a valid driver's license at the time of appointment. Possession of current, valid Nevada Paramedic certification or National Registry Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT) Paramedic certification. Must possess a current AHA BLS Provider certification. Must possess a current AHA ACLS Provider certification. Must possess a current AHA PALS Provider certification. Must possess a current ITLS/PHTLS or equivalent certification, or have the ability to obtain one upon hire. Ability to obtain a Nevada Ambulance Attendant license. Additional Information All licenses, certifications, and/or qualifications are required to be kept current and maintained for continued employment. Applicants will be required to pass a medical evaluation prior to employment. Bilingual candidates are strongly encouraged to apply. The City of Reno is an equal opportunity employer. Recruitment, hiring, assignment, training, compensation, promotion, retention, and disciplinary decisions will be made without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, political affiliation, membership in an employee association, or any other protected class status applicable under federal or state law or City Charter. #J-18808-Ljbffr