NEOGOV · 2 months ago
Firefighter/Paramedic (Lateral Entry)
Monroe, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$82K/yr - $102K/yrNEOGOV is seeking a Firefighter/Paramedic to join the City of Monroe's Fire Department. This role involves controlling and extinguishing fires, responding to emergency situations, and providing emergency medical services.
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Responsibilities
Performs fire prevention, suppression, and rescue activities; responds to fire alarms; makes openings in burning buildings for ventilation and entry; lays and connects hose lines; operates nozzles directing water streams; operates portable chemical fire extinguisher, axes, claw tools, and other equipment; performs salvage operations at fire scenes (e.g., covering furniture, mopping floors, cleaning debris, etc.); drives and operates all vehicles (e.g., pump and ladder trucks, aerial bucket truck, automobiles, etc.); operates fire suppression equipment; raises and climbs ladders; prevents the spread of fire and protects property from water damage; tests fire hydrants for flow, pressure, condition, accessibility, and location; assumes command of fire or emergency scene in absence of an officer (e.g., evaluates situation, determines appropriate methods and procedures to be used; supervises, directs and coordinates activities of firefighters, volunteers, and other agencies on scene in conjunction with other officers assigned to the detail); administers pre-fire planning program (e.g., pre-attack plans, target hazards, etc.); communicates with dispatcher and safety personnel in person and via two-way radio
Performs emergency or other medical care functions; responds to rescue calls; operates ambulance and provides emergency medical treatment to injured and ill persons (e.g., provides bandaging, administers oxygen and CPR); immobilizes fractures and administers other first aid procedures; removes persons from emergency situations; administers IVs; administers paralytics, performs surgical airway management, assists in childbirth; utilizes blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, IV kit, backboards, and other related equipment; monitors and interprets EKGs; defibrillates cardiac patients; inserts EOA and ET tubes; administers medication; monitors cardiac telemetry; maintains radio communication with hospital; performs all duties according to certification standards as set forth by the State of Ohio
Ensures that equipment is fully prepared and functional at all times; performs general maintenance and upkeep of apparatus, equipment and fire station; performs and documents required equipment inspections as assigned; participates in preventative maintenance on fire apparatus, and station maintenance; assists in the maintenance and testing of fire hydrants; maintains records and prepares reports regarding alarms, daily activities, supplies, and other matters relating to the department
Functions as incident commander in absence of an officer
Performs inspection of buildings and properties for fire prevention ordinances
Attends meetings and serves on committees, as required; attends various meetings, seminars, and workshops to stay abreast of change in fire and emergency practices and procedures
Meets all job safety requirements and all applicable OSHA safety standards that pertain to essential functions
Demonstrates prompt, regular, and predictable attendance. Ability to get along with others
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Completion of secondary education or equivalent (high school diploma or GED)
Successful completion of the State Firefighter II Certification Program
EMT Certificate
Must meet physical and psychological requirements for firefighter, EMT, and/or Paramedic
Ability to pass a comprehensive background check
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must remain insurable under the City's vehicle insurance policy
Must possess Ohio State Career Firefighter II Certification
Must be issued an Ohio certificate to practice as an EMT-Basic, EMT – Advanced or EMT – Paramedic
Benefits
Employees receive generous vacation, holiday, and leave benefits, and also sick time accrual.
The city also offers an excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision.
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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