Purpose of the Job

• To render Basic and Advanced Life support  and emergency medical techniques to those in need of assistance; to operate and maintain assigned ambulance and station; to participate in continuing education and training relative to medical and industry advancements.

 

Work Performed:

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Render pre-hospital emergency care according to established medical protocols.
2. Perform triage and a variety of emergency medical treatments at the Basic and Advanced Life support level.  Provide continuing care and treatment while enroute to an emergency medical facility; monitor and report changes in patient condition.
3. Under medical direction and following prescribed standing orders perform a variety of invasive and non-invasive therapies including but not limited to assessment and evaluation of the ill and injured, cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation, administration of drugs, agents and solutions, intubation and pulmonary ventilation, drawing of blood samples for analysis, application of dressing and bandages, control of shock, and immobilization of fractures, and all other skills contained within the Department of Transportation manual of knowledge objectives for Paramedics.
4. Drive the ambulance to emergency scenes, transport accident victims and medical patients to hospitals.
5. Assist and coordinate with Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department (FVFD) and other emergency service agencies in rescue operations, motor vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
6. Perform a variety of emergency medical treatment services at the basic and advanced life support levels.
7. Employ safe lifting and moving techniques.  Maintain ambulance vehicle, equipment and station.
8. Lead and participate in training classes for the public on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), standard first aid and emergency medical techniques.  Participate in public health education and screening.
9. Act as a preceptor for EMS students.
10. Handle radio communications during emergency and non-emergency situations professionally.
11. Keep records and logs on daily activities.
12. Perform related duties as assigned.

 

 

Supervision received:

 

Title of Supervisor:  Receives medical and operational supervision from EMS Chief

Receives general daily supervision from FVFD Paid Fire Captain

 

WORKING CONDITIONS (General)

 

·         Work is performed indoors and outdoors.

·         Physical effort involves - for indefinite periods of time - mobility within an office and field environment; subject to infectious diseases, toxic waste, chemical, dust/mites, fume, odor, explosive, electrical and mechanical hazards; exposure to extreme cold, heat, temperature swings, constant noise and heights; working in trenches; walking; twisting body; stooping; standing; squatting; sorting; sitting; seeing; running; pushing; pulling; lifting; dragging, and carrying up to 150 pounds; climbing; crawling; reading; decision making; reaching above shoulder level; using both hands for simple and firm grasping; clarity of hearing; communicating clearly and effectively, in person and by two-way radio; fine finger manipulation for writing and typing on a personal computer; operation of Advanced Life Support equipment and light rescue tools; operation of an emergency vehicle through city traffic.

·         Stress may be encountered when working at a rescue scene, unsuccessful attempts to rescue victims, and managing very critical patients.

·         Work schedule is typically four 12 hour shifts a week from Monday through Friday as scheduled.  Employee will be required to respond to calls during lunch hour. Weekend scheduled hours will be available at 12 and/or 24 hour shifts.

 

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE and ABILITIES:

 

1. MinimuM Education and Experience Required to Perform the Job:

·         High School Diploma or GED supplemented by specialized college level training in emergency paramedicine techniques.

·         A minimum of two years experience as a paramedic in a 911 system

2. Knowledge or Skill Proficiencies:

·         Approved medical protocols, standing orders, policies and procedures.

·         Techniques of proper drug administration.

·         Emergency medical techniques.

·         Medical terminology and abbreviations.

·         Medical characteristics of various drugs and solutions.

·         Emergency driving techniques.

·         Vehicle and equipment maintenance.

·         Record keeping procedures and methods of documentation.

·         All applicable local, state and federal regulations.

·         Infectious disease universal precautions and decontamination
of ambulance and equipment.

3. Ability to:

·         Work a 12 or 24 hour shift – from 6:30 am to 6:30 pm, or 6:30 am to 6:30 am.

·         Learn the geography of local area.

·         Think and act quickly in emergencies and judge situations and people
accurately.

·         Understand and carry out oral and written directions.

·         Prepare concise and comprehensive written reports, while remaining within commonly accepted standards for grammar.

·         Work safely under hazardous conditions.

·         Perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation and defibrillation.

·         Correctly administer therapeutic drugs and solutions.

·         Maintain vehicle and equipment.

·         Be on call and available to work extended shifts when necessary.

·         Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

·         Respond to directions from supervising personnel

·         Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-employees and those contacted in the course of work.

·         Maintain sufficient personal health and physical fitness to perform all job duties.

·         Respond to duty in the course of any man-made or natural disasters under the direction of EMS Chief

4. Required Licenses, Certifications and Recertification:

·         Possession of a Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) Paramedic (EMT-P) Certification or Licensed Paramedic (LP)

·          Basic Trauma Life Support certificate,

·         Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certificate

·         A valid Texas Drivers License. 

·         Possession of, or ability to obtain within six months, an American Heart Association – CPR Instructor Certificate.

·         Each individual must qualify and be recertified prior to the end of the TDSHS certification period to remain employed.

5. Continuing Education:

·         Must maintain yearly CE hours within current TDSHS guidelines.

·         Must exercise professional initiative to stay current with new drugs and treatment procedure guidelines. 

·         Must maintain the ability to carry out standing orders within the Medical Director’s discretion.

 

 

·         NOTE:  All positions at the Friendswood Volunteer Fire Department require documentation of employment eligibility in accordance with Federal regulations.

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·         Drug screen and medical physical must be completed successfully before employment.

 

 

 

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Immediate Supervisor’s Signature                                                      Date of Approval

 

 

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Employee’s Signature                                                                         Date of Approval

 

 

THE FRIENDSWOOD VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT, INC. IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER OF QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.