Paramedic

Paramedic

Anchored in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada - 20 miles east of Sacramento and about 1.5 hours from Lake Tahoe - the City of Folsom is comprised of beautiful parks and trails, and boasts excellent schools, family-orientated neighborhoods, and outstanding shopping, dining, and cultural options. Folsom is a high-tech, forward-looking city, with firms ranging from small to large international corporations. Folsom's schools were recognized among the best in Sacramento County. Niche recently released its list of the Best in America for 2025, and Folsom swept the honors with seven elementary, two middle, and two high schools making the list.

The City of Folsom is currently recruiting for seven (7) Paramedics to join the Folsom Fire Department. As a member of the Folsom Fire Department Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division and under direction of assigned Fire Captain, the Paramedic responds to a variety of emergency and non-emergency calls for service and provides medical responses including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advance Life Support (ALS), medical transport, and performs other related activities in the community as required. Provides basic and advanced medical care; ambulance transport services to hospitals or other emergency care facilities; participates in community risk reduction and public education activities.

Distinguishing Characteristics:

The non-firefighter position of Folsom Fire Paramedic is an advanced journey-level classification. The Folsom Fire Paramedic may receive direction from the respective company officers in the Fire Suppression Division and/or other officers when in the field. Incumbents are expected to perform the full range of Paramedic emergency medical assistance duties. The classification is distinguished from Firefighter in that the latter combats, extinguishes, and prevents fires. This classification is distinguished from the Folsom Fire Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) in that the latter performs the Basic Life Support duties.

Supervision Received and Exercised:

General supervision is provided by assigned Fire Captain and/or other fire officers within the Department Chain of Command structure.

Testing Schedule:

Candidates will need to pass each testing section in order to move onto the next section. Following the Oral Board Panel Interview, per Section 1.07.030 of the Personnel Rules and Regulations, the top ranks will be sent to the Department on the certification list. Overall Final Ranking will be determined following the Chief's interview.

1st EMS Assessment Test: July 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2026

1st Panel Interview: July 8th, 9th, and 10th, 2026

2nd EMS Assessment Test: July 14th, 15th, and 16th, 2026

2nd Panel Interview: July 14th, 15th, and 16th, 2026

Tentative Academy Start Date: August 17th, 2026 (*tentative depending on backgrounds)

Note: Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Respond to BLS and ALS medical responses and provide emergency medical care and transportation.
• Participates in the delivery of emergency and non-emergency medical and health care.
• Provide emergency care in accordance with the provisions of Sacramento County EMS policies and procedures.
• Perform job duties in compliance with department operating procedures and city, county, state and federal laws and ordinances.
• Supports and assists other fire and medical personnel as directed in delivering medical care.
• Operate ambulance to transport patients and staff to/from medical facilities in a safe and timely manner.
• Inspecting and documenting inventory of controlled medications carried on the ambulance.
• Documents and completes all reports such as pre-hospital patient care reports and incident reports.
• Maintain medical information in a confidential manner subject to the Healthy Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Rescue people from danger and administer medical aid as necessary.
• Perform routine housekeeping duties at a fire station, such as mowing grass, making beds, cleaning walls, washing windows, and sweeping floors.
• Promote fire safety, burn prevention and other public education among public contacts.
• Perform support functions such as restocking and inventory maintenance of supplies and equipment, cleaning equipment, and transporting equipment.
• Perform decontamination procedures in compliance with Cal OSHA regulations.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Modern principles, practices, and procedures of emergency medical care/emergency medical services.
• Principles of emergency ambulance and transportation procedures including first aid, resuscitator, and gurney operations.
• Medical terminology and documentation.
• Functions, characteristics, and proper use and maintenance of medical equipment and supplies.
• Current laws and regulations pertaining to emergency medical services and safety.
• Folsom City geography, streets, and buildings
• Operation of EMS vehicles and other equipment, including radios
• Safe emergency work practices
• Essential Incident Command System (ICS) principles
• Medical resources

Ability to:

• Make critical decisions that impact the safety, well-being, or life of patients in stressful and chaotic situations.
• Make accurate observations and exercise independent judgment in determining appropriate actions to take during emergency response activities and performing program area activities or duties as assigned.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the public; demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community.
• Safely and properly transport patients during ambulance transport.
• Understand and learn emergency medical information from oral and written sources.
• Complete electronic documentation for each patient encounter in a complete, competent, and timely manner; expected to protect the privacy of all patient information in accordance with department privacy policies, procedures, and practices as required by federal and state law, and in accordance with general principles of professionalism as a healthcare provider.
• Report, without fear of retaliation, any concerns regarding policies and procedures on patient privacy and any observed practices in violation of those policies through the chain of command.
• Understand and apply mechanical diagrams and concepts.
• Read electronic and incident maps; follow map directions.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; contribute to successful team efforts; promote the department's mission, vision, and value statements.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with others, both verbally and in writing.
• Operate a vehicle safely and legally.
• Operate radio and other communication equipment.

Education:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.

Experience:

No Experience required; but previous field experience as an EMT is desirable.

Special Requirements:

• Possession of a valid California or National Registry Paramedic License (EMT-P) by time of application.
• Possess and maintain valid Advanced Cardiac Life Support; Pediatric Advanced Life Support and/or HANDTEVY; and CPR certification by time of application.
• Must obtain and maintain local accreditation through the Sacramento County Emergency Medical Services Agency (SCEMSA) within three months of appointment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of application.
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver License by time of application.

Medical Examination | Background | Drug Testing:

If considered for appointment, candidates must pass pre-employment medical examination and drug test; a background investigation, which may include a criminal history check, fingerprinting, psychology exam, credit check and drug use history.

Respiratory Protective Equipment:

Work in this classification requires wearing respiratory protective equipment at times. When assigned to such work, facial hair must be shaven when it interferes with the safe fitting of respiratory protective equipment.

Working Conditions:

In the performance of job duties, the employee will work inside and outside in day and/or night conditions, congested traffic, and unsafe road conditions. Employees may work near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places. Employee may be exposed to adverse environmental conditions such as wet and/or humid conditions; icy or muddy areas; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals, vibration; risk of electrocution; and extreme heat or cold