Paramedic (Non-Safety)

Paramedic (Non-Safety)

The City of Chula Vista is seeking service-oriented individuals interested in establishing a rewarding and challenging career as a Paramedic (Non-Safety) with the Chula Vista Fire Department. Join our team and have an opportunity to serve your community through the Fire Department's Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division, providing Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance transport services on all calls for service for the cities of Chula Vista, Imperial Beach, and the Bonita Sunnyside Fire Protection District.

About the Position: Under supervision, responds to fire alarms, emergency medical calls, and other emergency calls to protect life and property; participates in fire training, fire prevention, public education, and station and equipment maintenance activities; operates a paramedic unit in response to medical emergencies and provides definitive medical care; and performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education and/or experience and training that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: Training Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade. An Associate's degree in Fire Science or Paramedicine is highly desirable. Special Requirements Must be at least 18 years of age at time of application. License or Certificate Possession of a valid license as an EMT-P with the State of California is required at time of application and must be maintained as a condition of continued employment. Possession of a valid EMT-P accreditation with the County of San Diego EMS Office is required at time of appointment. Valid California Class C Driver's License at time of appointment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities / Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Knowledge of: emergency medical basic and advanced life support principles and procedures; general principles and practices of emergency medical response; San Diego County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regulations, protocols and procedures; Federal, State and local laws, regulations and standards related to firefighting and para-medicine; maintenance and repair of vehicles, apparatus and equipment; local geographical response factors; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; Safety practices and procedures; computer related equipment and software applications related to assignment. Ability to: perform competently under extreme pressure and in stressful situations; make accurate observations and rapid judgments; learn new skills and methods quickly and accurately; work in a variety of weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, wind, dust, etc.) and in extremely hazardous situations; work 24-hour shifts, weekends and holidays; work variable shifts and overtime, as required; perform life saving techniques to victims; maintain and participate in continuing education (CE) requirements associated with a paramedic license/accreditation with the State of California and County of San Diego; learn and follow City policies and procedures; learn and follow Fire Department rules and regulations; read and understand printed information during emergency calls; follow written and verbal orders from supervisors; work effectively as a team member of a company, battalion, department, and/or special project groups by following orders, consistently following through with duties/assignments and living harmoniously with co-workers; attend meetings and training activities; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; operate, maintain, inspect and repair vehicles, apparatus and equipment; clean and maintain fire station and grounds; teach classes and participate in public education demonstrations and activities; operate computer related equipment and software applications related to assignment; write comprehensive reports and maintain accurate records; wear approved uniform; establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner. Physical Demands and Working Conditions Must be able to perform a wide range of physical duties to include: constant upward and downward flexion of neck, side-to-side turning of neck; simple grasping and repetitive use of hands to hold radios, equipment and property; fine finger dexterity to manipulate apparatus controls, computer keyboard and writing utensils; lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 10 lbs. Frequent walking, standing, sitting, kneeling, climbing, balancing and squatting; bending and twisting at the waist; pushing, pulling and reaching above and below shoulder level; power grasping; walking on uneven ground; driving; lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds from below waist to above shoulder level; lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 100 lbs. with or without assistance. Occasional running, crawling; lifting and carrying objects and persons weighing more than 100 lbs. with or without assistance. Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions (hot, cold, rain, wind, dust, etc.) and in extremely hazardous situations such as, at heights, in confined spaces, at temperature extremes, around crowds, with loud noises, with limited visibility, in the presence of hazardous materials, in the presence of victims of death and/or dismemberment.