NEOGOV · 3 months ago
FIREFIGHTER/PARAMEDIC (*Salary Includes Required Certification Pay)
NASSAU COUNTY, FL
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18.53/hr - $28.28/hrNEOGOV is seeking a Firefighter/Paramedic to perform fire suppression duties and provide emergency medical treatment under supervision. The role involves responding to emergency calls, operating fire equipment, and maintaining communication with dispatch and medical personnel.
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Responsibilities
Performs fire suppression duties including operating related fire equipment, laying hose and performing fire combat, containment and extinguishment tasks in an effort to protect the lives and property of those in need of assistance
Responds to emergency medical calls, providing basic life support treatment to patients. Obtains patient medical history if possible; assesses physical condition of patients and assists in making decisions regarding proper courses of action
Performs such duties as CPR, splint application, wound treatment, control of bleeding, monitoring and relaying of vital signs, oxygen administration and sterile suctioning. Performs extrication of victims from wreckage as necessary
Maintains radio communications with dispatch center, hospital personnel and other public safety agencies to receive and to transmit instructions involving patient care. Provides instructions to first responders and bystanders in the use of first aid equipment. Determines the need for back-up assistance
Completes required records and forms documenting patient treatment
Mitigates hazardous materials incidents within parameters of training capabilities
Performs daily supply and equipment inventory; restocks equipment, tools, supplies, etc., in preparation for subsequent emergency responses and shifts
Cleans and decontaminates equipment after use
Participates in employee training programs
Presents fire prevention programs to various public groups as requested; participates in general public education and public relations efforts
Receives and refers public inquiries and complaints regarding activities of the department to supervisors
Keeps abreast of new technology, methods and regulations for fire prevention and suppression operations and emergency medical operations; attends meetings, conferences and continuing education classes as required and/or appropriate
Remains on duty 24 hours per assigned shift for emergencies
Prepares fire and rescue reports, and various records, logs and checklists
Performs pre-fire inspections; conducts hydrant tests
Performs various housekeeping and grounds keeping duties as necessary
Cleans and maintains assigned vehicles
Operates an assortment of equipment and hand tools used in fire / rescue service, which may include fire suppression equipment, self-contained breathing apparatus, two-way radio, fire extinguishers, life-saving / life supporting equipment, extrication equipment, generators, air monitoring equipment, flood lights, etc. Uses certain chemicals used in fighting fires, diagnostic instruments, medical supplies and instruments, special protective clothing, cleaning supplies, hand and power tools, etc
Operates a telephone, copier, fax machine, etc.; operates a lawn mower, weed eater, etc., in grounds maintenance work
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other department supervisors, co-workers, other County personnel, other government agencies, municipal personnel, volunteers, fire / EMS personnel of other jurisdictions, civic and community organizations, school personnel, students, business/property owners, sales representatives, medical/hospital personnel, accident/incident bystanders, patients, and the general public
Attends and remains at work regularly and adheres to policies and procedures regarding absenteeism and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and leave requests
Performs general office work, including but not limited to preparing reports and records, completing forms, copying and filing documents, answering the telephone, etc
May drive emergency vehicles to and from emergency scenes; operates pumps and other fire apparatus as needed in emergency operations
May provide transportation to appropriate medical facilities
Performs related duties as required
Responds to emergency medical calls, providing intermediate and advanced life support treatment to patients. Assesses the condition of patients and makes decisions regarding proper courses of action. Performs such duties as cardiac monitoring, medication calculation and administration, immobilization of body, would treatment, control of bleeding, monitoring and relaying of vital signs, oxygen and IV therapy administration, sterile suctioning, intubation, defibrillation, ECG monitoring and the management of cardiac arrest and severe trauma patients
May assist in supervising the duties of EMT personnel
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Training in fire and EMS service programs
State of Florida Firefighter II certification
State of Florida EMT certification
Basic Life Support certification
Valid state class E driver's license
Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC) certification
State of Florida Paramedic certification
Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification
Benefits
Medical & Prescription Drugs Benefits
Health Savings Account (HSA) Contributions with a Qualified Plan
Florida Retirement System
Employee Assistance Program
Educational Assistance Program
Certification Pays
Dental
Vision
Life & AD&D Insurance
Supplemental & Dependent Life & AD&D Insurance
Long Term Disability
Voluntary Benefits Offered By Aflac and/or Colonial
457(b) Deferred Compensation Program
Roth IRA
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
Founded in 1999
501-1000 employees
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