Single Role Paramedic LTE

Description and Terms of Employment

Under the direct supervision of the City of Monona Fire Chief, an LTE Single Role Paramedic provides direct services, individually and as a member of a team, in response to fire, rescue, hazmat and other incidents.  Additionally, an LTE Single Role Paramedic responds to medical emergencies and provides pre-hospital ADVANCED LIFE SUPPORT care to victims of injury or illness. An LTE Single Role Paramedic makes medical decisions based on standing orders, protocols and orders from on-line and off-line medical direction.

Copies of the following documents MUST be submitted with your application. Failure to submit any of these documents will result in an incomplete application.

• Cover letter- Resume- State of Wisconsin Paramedic certification- Proof of required additional certifications (ACLS / PALS / BLS CPR / ICS / NIMS)

After applications are evaluated and scored based on experience, education, and qualifications, applicants may be invited to an assessment center which may consist of the following parts:

• Medical assessment by medical direction and department team- Interview panel consisting of department leadership- Written exam

Following the assessment center, applicants shall be ranked based on performance, interviewing and medical assessment capabilities.  Depending on number of ranked applicants, there may be a second interview with the Chief.  Conditional job offers may be made after a thorough background check.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are normal for this position. They should not be construed as all-inclusive; other duties may be added as needed:

• Performs complex diagnostic and medical procedures including, but not limited to, intravenous fluid administration, endotracheal intubation, recognition of cardiac arrhythmias, and administration of various medications.- Drives and operates ambulance as assigned.  Accurately completes written and verbal reports on patient care to hospital emergency departments.- Performs a thorough, daily inspection of the apparatus to which he/she is assigned; notifies OIC of any condition requiring repair or maintenance; insures that the inventory of supplies and equipment is complete; assures that apparatus, equipment, and records are maintained and in good order.- Checks all medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.- Participates in drills and training evolutions as directed.- Cleans and performs general maintenance of the fire station.- Responds to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.- Transfers, lifts and moves patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.- Responds to hazardous materials incidents at an awareness level and responds to other calls for assistance as requested by the public.- Participates in public education programs in schools, civic groups and other locations as requested.- Conducts departmental training sessions on topics related to the employee’s job functions.- Utilizes city computer system for patient care documentation, record keeping, and other job related functions.- Drives and operates apparatus under the direction of the OIC and according to procedures as outlined in the City of Monona Fire Department SOGs.- Participates in daily physical training.- Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent- Current State of Wisconsin Paramedic certification - Current ACLS certification- Current PALS certification- Current BLS CPR certification- ICS 100 / ICS 200 / ICS 700 / NIMS 800- Able to pass department human performance evaluation based on job description

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• 19 years or older- Valid and insurable driver’s license- Must be a U.S. citizen.- Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.- Must be of good moral character.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2 or more years’ paramedic experience with a career/combination department- Current NRP certification- Experience working with volunteers- Resident of the City of Monona