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