Firefighter/Paramedic - Lateral

Firefighter/ParamedicEmployer: Novato Fire Protection DistrictSalary: $9,568.57 - $10,839.07 MonthlyLocation: 95 Rowland Way, Novato, CAJob Type: Full-TimeClosing Date: ContinuousRespond to emergency medical calls for services in a timely, safe and skilled manner, and gains effective control of the situation. Interview thoroughly and accurately; examine injury. Quickly and competently analyze the medical emergency and apply the correct medical treatment approach including rescue, first aid, resuscitation, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, defibrillation controlling bleeding, applying splints, assisting in childbirth, and the administration of drugs, fluids, narcotics, and medicationsMeet the continuing educational and continuing service requirements for emergency medical technician paramedics, and stays skilled in the operation of appropriate emergency medical equipment, and application of guidelines. Will meet the Marin County EMS Agency requirements for continuing education, continuous service and accreditationAssure that emergency medical equipment, tools, and apparatus are regularly maintained, inspected, and kept in good operating condition. Exercises close control over emergency medical supplies, particularly narcotics, through the utilization of proper inventory procedures, a daily inventory of the drug box and a weekly inventory of all medical supplies, and thorough monitoring of the shelf life of all medical suppliesExercise close control over fire suppression personnel in the application of emergency medical procedures and treatment approaches, and assure patients receive proper treatmentTrain fire suppression personnel in EMT skills and techniquesPrepare thorough and concise reports including Patient Care Reports and Incident Reports. Enter data into a computer terminal in an accurate fashion to prepare reports and amend stored dataMaintain consistent and reliable radio communications with designated hospital to relay information on signs and symptoms of the patient. Receives and promptly and correctly carries out the appropriate orders of the emergency medical room staff in the calculation and administration of medications, intravenous solutions, and related emergency therapy techniquesRespond to fires with his/her company in a timely, safe, and skilled manner, and participates in their control through hose laying, ladder operation, ventilation, extinguishment, salvage, and overhaul activities. Quickly follows established departmental procedures when responding to emergency calls as well as instructions given at the fire scene. Correctly and promptly uses all relevant apparatus, tools, and equipmentAbide by the District's rules, regulations, policies, procedures, mission, guiding principles and firefighter empowermentConduct inspections and other fire prevention tasks on a frequent and timely basis including fire safety education to eliminate or reduce fire hazards and enforce fire codes. Correctly applies fire codes in inspections and accurately identifies violationsRemain skilled in modern fire suppression tactics, methods, and procedures as well as emergency lifesaving procedures through training drills, and other maintenance programs. Maintains knowledge about specific fire hazards in the District, and effective approaches for attacking them, including knowing District street layoutKeep the fire station and related grounds, facilities, and supplies in a clean, orderly and useable conditionHas extensive knowledge of District streets to respond quickly to fire/ems emergenciesWillingly and adequately perform routine non-firefighting work tasks such as working on departmental records, compiling and analyzing emergency reports, maintaining maps and other documented information about the types and locations of buildings and facilities, and in planning fire prevention and suppression activitiesFunction well as a team member of a fire company at any emergency or non-emergency scene, and willingly accepts his/her share of the work requiredMaintain an adequate level of physical fitness to meet the physical requirements required to perform firefighting tasksProject a positive image to the public as a fire service professional. Develop and maintain public support for EMS, fire suppression and fire prevention activitiesBe advised that this position is subject to a COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Effective April 14, 2022, the Marin County Public Health Officer issued a Health Order requiring all Fire and EMS personnel to verify their COVID-19 vaccination status, and be vaccinated with either the single dose Janssen/Johnson & Johnson vaccine; or with the first and second doses of the Pfizer/BioNTech, or Moderna vaccines.48 x 96 scheduleAfter one year of continuous service, shift members are entitled to six (6) shifts of vacationShift members accrue 12 hours of sick leave per monthMembers may enroll in District sponsored medical, dental, vision, and voluntary life insurance coverageThe District will pay 80% of the applicable Kaiser medical premium towards the medical plan of the members choosing for member and eligible dependentsThe District pays 100% of dental and vision premiums for the member and eligible dependentsThe District provides $60,000 of life and AD&D coverage for each memberThe District offers additional voluntary life insurance coverage for member, member's spouse, and member's children. The member is responsible for 100% of voluntary life insurance premiumDistrict sponsored employee assistance program (EAP)457b deferred compensation retirement plan with District matching up to $100/month (optional employee enrollment)Retirement Health Savings account with District matching based on age at date of hireSafety new hires will join the Marin County Employees Retirement Association (MCERA) as a PEPRA employee at 2.7% at 5712 month probationary periodBehavioral Health programs and training, including but not limited health and wellness screenings, and agency and county peer support teamsFirefighter/Paramedics are represented by the Novato Professional Firefighters Association (NPFA)Novato Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and welcome and encourage qualified applicants of all ages, races, genders, and veteran status to apply