Wildland Fire Paramedic OR EMT 1,2,3- Stand-by Support

Description The Wildland Fire Paramedic provides dedicated stand‑by medical support, emergency stabilization, and prolonged field care for wildland firefighting personnel and support staff. Operating in remote, austere, and rapidly changing environments, the Fire Paramedic coordinates with the Incident Command System (ICS) medical chain of command to fulfill standby duties in a professional, self‑sufficient, and timely manner. Keeping crew safety, wilderness risk management, and clinical excellence as top considerations, the Paramedic provides compassionate, high‑quality care within their scope of practice and according to NWCG guidelines and the Medical Operations Manual. Requirements Qualifications Age & Driving: Must be at least 21 years old with an excellent driving record. Experience driving in off‑road, mountainous, or winter/icy conditions is highly preferred. Licensure: Must possess and maintain a current State of Alaska Paramedic License. Certifications: Must hold a valid driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate (DOT Medical Card). NWCG Qualifications: Must possess or be able to obtain an NWCG Red Card (Incident Qualification Card) with a rating of Arduous (successful completion of the Pack Test: 3-mile hike with a 45‑lb pack in under 45 minutes). Background & Compliance: Must pass Drug and Alcohol testing, as well as required state/federal background checks. Completion of a defensive driving or Emergency Vehicle Operator Safety (EVOS) course is required and must be repeated every two years. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED; Graduate from an approved Paramedic course. Minimum 1 year of active Pre‑hospital EMS experience required (911 or remote/industrial medicine preferred). Required Clinical Certifications: Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Pre‑Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or International Trauma Life Support (ITLS). Required ICS Training: Completion of FEMA IS‑100, IS‑200, IS‑700, and IS‑800. NWCG S‑130 (Firefighter Training) and S‑190 (Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior) are highly preferred. Fluency to read, write, and communicate effectively via tactical radio in the English language. Personal Attributes Maintains strict patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations despite the close‑quarters nature of fire camps. Honest, trustworthy, and demonstrates a strong, self‑motivated work ethic. Possesses cultural awareness and sensitivity when interacting with diverse crews and local communities. Proven ability to remain calm, flexible, and resourceful during logistical delays, sudden weather shifts, and unexpected emergency scenarios. Physical Requirements Excellent eyesight, hearing, manual coordination, and physical dexterity. Ability to sit, stand, walk, hike, bend, crouch, and kneel for extended periods on steep, uneven, rocky, or unstable terrain. Must be able to bend, lift, push, drag, hoist, and pull 70 pounds or more frequently (e.g., extricating patients from rugged terrain, moving heavy trauma bags, or deploying vehicle recovery gear). Environmental Tolerance: Must be able to perform demanding physical duties under extreme weather conditions, including intense heat, heavy smoke, freezing temperatures, dust, rain, and snow. Must successfully pass the agency’s Physical Agility Test and maintain the physical fitness required for wildland deployment. Summary Duties / Responsibilities Incident Command Integration: Maintains a thorough understanding of the Incident Command System (ICS). Works directly under the guidance of the Medical Unit Leader (MEDL), Line Safety Officer (SOFR), or Division Supervisor (DIVS) while on assignment. Austere Emergency Care: Diagnoses, treats, and stabilizes medical emergencies and traumatic injuries in pre‑hospital, remote, and wilderness environments. Provides prolonged field care when transport or extraction times to a definitive care facility are extended. Fireline Stand‑by & Mobilization: Remains in a high state of readiness at designated stand‑by locations (e.g., Incident Base Camps, Helibases, staging areas, or drop points). Must be prepared to self‑sustain in the field for up to 14–21 days. Wildland Risk Management: Functions safely within the scope of care while maintaining a strict understanding of wildland fire hazards, weather impacts, smoke inhalation risks, and heat stress response methods to ensure personal and crew well‑being. Apparatus & Equipment Readiness: Performs daily pre‑ and post‑trip inspections on assigned wildland medical transport vehicles (4x4 ambulances, UTVs, or support trucks). Ensures all specialized wilderness medical gear, trauma bags, and ruggedized equipment are fully stocked, secured, and functional for off‑road operations. Logistics & Maintenance: Keeps medical vehicles and crew quarters/camp setups clean, organized, and sanitized. Monitors, refuels, and checks fluids of assigned ruggedized vehicles to prevent mechanical failures in remote areas. Reports hazards or vehicle discrepancies immediately to the Incident Logistics Section and the Home Agency Manager. Incident Documentation: Accurately documents all patient assessments, treatments, and medication administrations utilizing the required Incident Medical Log (ICS 214 / Medical Unit logs) and company electronic patient care reports (ePCRs), ensuring strict adherence to HIPAA and billing protocols. Inter‑Agency Communication: Utilizes and operates specialized wildland communications equipment, including programmed VHF/UHF tactical radios, satellite communication devices, and cell phones, to provide routine status updates and coordinate emergency medical evacuations (9 Line / ICS 206 WF). Interpersonal Excellence: Maintains positive, team‑oriented working relationships with diverse firefighting crews, incident management teams, agency administrators, and local public safety personnel. Required Skills / Abilities Exceptional patience, tact, and adaptability while living and working in high‑stress, high‑density incident base camps or remote spike camps. Ability to work in a constant state of hyper‑awareness regarding fire behavior, environmental hazards, and safety zones. Good memory for complex wilderness protocols, navigation, map reading (Avenza / GPS), and independent decision‑making when communications are limited. Flexibility to accept immediate dispatches, extended deployments, and variable shift schedules, including weekends and holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr