Emergency Medical Services Training Officer
Title: EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES TRAINING OFFICER
Department: FIRE, RESCUE & EMERGENCY SERVICES
Location: FIRE, RESCUE & EMERGENCY SERVICES
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Original Advertised Date: 06/09/08
Job Description:
The City of Portsmouth seeks an individual who under general supervision, provides skilled and technical training to the Portsmouth Fire, Rescue and Emergency Services (PFRES) employees. Employee is responsible for maintaining a pre-hospital emergency care Continuing Education program in accordance with the PFRES policies and procedures. The incumbent will be responsible for EMS personnel training, continuing medical education and skills maintenance, certification/recertification programs, quality improvement studies, and records management. Work is usually performed independently within established practices and procedures.
Education/Experience:
Graduation from high school or equivalent, supplemented by paramedic courses required by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Requires at least 1 year of experience in the provision of emergency medical care; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Special Req: Certification by the Virginia Office of Emergency Medical Services as an Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic as outlined in 12 VAC 5-31. Required to maintain the privilege to practice within the PFRES EMS System; current ACLS, PALS, BTLS and CPR certifications. Must be certified as a CPR Instructor with the ability to obtain ACLS, PALS/PEEP, and BTLS instructor status within a 1 year time period. Must complete Blood-borne Pathogens and HIPAA compliance training, and participates in an annual refresher. Must possess a valid driver’s license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Certification as an emergency vehicle operator. ICS 100 & 200 and NIMS 700 and 800 certifications required.
Salary:
$36,362 Full Time / Part Time:
Full-Time
Job Code / Department #:
49387 / 42010 Apply At:
HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Paramedic – Louisa County
LOUISA COUNTY
MEDIC
Code: 2500
Summary:
The Employee will be responsible for technical emergency medical service work. The provider Will be responding to a variety of injuries, illness and life threatening situations. Work involves determining the nature and extent of the problem; taking the appropriate steps to alleviate the problem; and determining the appropriate medical facility to accommodate the patient. Work is performed independently at the scene of the occurrence and under the general supervision of the EMS Supervisor at other times.
Essential Functions:
* Performs necessary basic and advanced life support care on sick, injured, or convalescent persons at sites of emergencies, en route to hospitals or other locations; observes and abides by established protocols in the use of medical procedures.
* Administers drugs by means of intravenous, intra-muscular, subcutaneous and endo-tracheal therapy as directed by protocols or physician.
* Supervises and provides patient care at the scene of emergency incidents, as needed.
* Attends training programs in emergency medical service and techniques, both at the assigned station and other locations; reviews and studies current literature.
* The employee will maintain their current or higher level of EMS certification.
* Conducts training sessions for other emergency response personnel and the public; develops training aids and programs; repairs and maintains training aids.
* Attends training sessions including specialized regional schools, annual re-certification and specialty courses.
* Assists in fire suppression and hazardous material activities as required by the incident commander.
* Checks mechanical operation of ambulance; cleans ambulance both outside and inside; decontaminates; checks and maintains assigned medical equipment; assures supplies, drug and other expendables are maintained at their desired level.
* Performs housekeeping and maintenance duties at assigned stations
* Performs routine clerical and administrative functions such as preparing reports and training materials; used the following software: Firehouse, WordPerfect, Microsoft, and related software.
* Performs job safely in accordance with departmental safety procedures and county safety programs.
* Operates equipment safely and reports any unsafe work condition or practice to supervisor.
* Participates in public relations and educational programs as directed by the Office of Emergency Services.
* Operates a variety of medical equipment including EKG and carbon monoxide monitors, laryngoscopes, endo-tracheal tubes, defibrillator, oxygen equipment, pulse oximetry, cardiac pacers, and hospital radios.
* Operates portable equipment as necessary to assist in fire suppression, specialized rescue, and hazardous materials responses.
* Performs related work as directed by the Office of Emergency Services.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of emergency medical methods, practices, and equipment; considerable knowledge of basic and advanced life support procedures; considerable knowledge of EMS protocols; practice, and procedures. Considerable knowledge of County geography.
Some knowledge of computers and software and the ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to deal courteously, but firmly, with the public on especially difficult and sensitive subjects.
Ability to analyze situations and to adopt and direct quick, effective, and reasonable courses of action with due regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
May not be a member of a Louisa County volunteer fire or rescue organization during employment.
Training and Education:
High School diploma or equivalent; current certification as an EMT-C or EMT-P by the Virginia Department of Health Office of EMS; experience as a volunteer/career ALS provider for a minimum of 3 years.
Special Requirements:
Maintain the following licenses and certifications: EVOC, EMT-C, EMT-P, Professional Rescuer CPR. Provider must have a Virginia Motor Vehicle Operator’s License. The provider must have satisfactorily completed the Advanced Life Support Preceptor program, in effect at the time, or equivalent as determined by the EMS Supervisor. Must have Firefighter I certification or obtain within one (1) year of employment.
Firefighter Medic – Ending February 27, 2009
February 17, 2009 by admin
Filed under Featured Job, Firefighter Paramedic
The Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority
Commitment……Service……Diversity
Join Our Team!
Firefighter Medic ANNOUNCEMENT NO: MWAA-09-10306
F12 (Series 081) $49,875 to $82,293 OPENING DATE: 02/02/09
CLOSING DATE: 02/27/09
Benefits May Include: $3,000.00 Signing Bonus
LOCATION: Fire and Rescue Department, Office of Public Safety, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Washington Dulles International Airport, MA-321/322.
AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Authority Employees and Outside Candidates
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Responds to and mitigates emergency incidents including, but not limited to, structural fires, aircraft accidents and/or fires, medical emergencies, automobile accidents, boating/water accidents, hazardous materials releases and confined space emergencies including tunnel emergencies, terrorist related emergencies, and weather related emergencies. Performs emergency medical services at the advanced life support (ALS) level in airport, public roadway, office and community settings. Responds to all types of emergency situations and, under the direction of the Incident Commander (or a physician in certain ALS situations), carries out assigned duties to mitigate the emergency. Maintains assigned apparatus and equipment in clean and operationally ready condition. Helps maintain facilities in a clean, safe and healthy condition. Functions as Alarm Room Operator, as assigned. Assigned to one of three 24-hour shifts working an average 56-hour workweek.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Must have two years of Emergency Medical Services experience and two years of firefighting experience as an active and regular member of an organized fire department. To be creditable, volunteer experience must include regular attendance at regularly scheduled meetings held for the purpose of training and instruction and must also include regular and actual participation in fighting fires. In addition, qualified candidates must meet the following minimum criteria:
1. Must be 18 years old by date of employment;
2. Must be a high school graduate or possess a GED certificate;
3. Must be certified to operate independently in the field for a minimum of one year as an EMT-I (or higher);
4. Must be certified as a NFPA/Pro Board Firefighter II;
5. Must be certified in Haz Mat Operations.
And, provide a copy of the following referenced document with their application package:
6. EMT-I Certification (or higher) from the Virginia Department of Health, National Registry (showing effective and expiration dates). Reciprocity is currently available for issuance of equivalent Virginia certification based upon the following certifications:
a. EMT – Intermediate certification issued by the National Registry of EMTs.
b. EMT – Paramedic certification issued by the National Registry of EMTs.
Reciprocity is no longer offered at the EMT Cardiac certification level.
7. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification to the standard of the American Heart Association.
Once hired, the Firefighter Medic must be accepted by the Authority’s Occupational Medical Director for independent practice as a Firefighter Medic within the first year of employment. Failure to maintain required certifications, in accordance with proper procedures, will result in removal from the position.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Experience gained in combating fires resulting from aircraft crashes or other accidents peculiar to airfield operations are preferred. Airport Firefighter, Haz Mat Technician certification and college level courses or a degree in Fire Science are also preferred. Dispatcher experience, technical rescue experience, weapons of mass destruction training and computer experience are highly desirable.
EVALUATION CRITERIA: The evaluation is based upon the total information contained in your application and assessment forms considers all required and preferred qualifications including job-related experience, training and education.
To be rated qualified, the experience on your application and assessment must support the minimum qualification requirements of the position and demonstrate that you possess: 1) knowledge of and skill in fire prevention, suppression and rescue methods, tactics, techniques, apparatus, equipment, tools and materials to respond to, mitigate and help close out a wide variety of routine and emergency incidents; and 2) knowledge of, and skill in, ALS methods, tactics, techniques, apparatus, equipment, tools and materials, as well as established medical protocols, to respond to, mitigate and close out a wide variety of routine and emergency medical incidents.
Applicants who are rated fully qualified will be notified and scheduled for an examination (general aptitude test), an EMS and Firefighter test for technical knowledge. Your name will be placed on a Register according to your final score. As vacancies occur in the Fire and Rescue Department, only the best-qualified candidates will be referred to the Fire Chief, in rank order, for further consideration until the register expires, one-year unless exhausted sooner.
All candidates referred to the Fire Chief are subject to an oral interview, and a physical agility test. Candidates who are notified for an interview must provide proof of valid driver’s license from their state of residence. If selected a complete background investigation (to include a full employment history check; a credit check; a criminal history check; and a driving record check) will be conducted. , A pre-employment medical examination to include drug testing will be required before a final hire date is determined. Psychological testing may also be required. Employees must pass annual medical testing criteria.
HOW TO APPLY: Visit our website www.mwaa.com to apply online.
APPLICANTS THAT MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WILL BE REQUIRED TO BRING THE FOLLOWING TO THE SCHEDULED TESTING SESSION: 1) a copy of your EMT-I Certification or higher (showing effective and expiration dates) and 2) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification to the standard of the American Heart Association.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Fire Rescue Technician – ends February 20, 2009
February 17, 2009 by admin
Filed under Firefighter EMT
Fire Rescue Technician #430
Salary: $35,025/year or higher, DOQ
Closing Date: 2/20/09
Progressive fire department offering exciting opportunities for a career in firefighting and emergency medical services!
Job Description: http://www.jccegov.com/pdf/jobdescpdfs/2007jobdesc/430_071_01.pdf
**Be sure to review required training deadlines listed under minimum requirements***
Requires:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver’s license
• Extensive background investigation, polygraph exam, criminal history check, credit check, sex offender check, driving record check, physical exam, drug screening, fitness assessment, and psychological assessment
To apply:
1. Review list of automatic disqualifiers prior to submitting application at http://www.jccegov.com/hr/fire-disqualifiers.html.
2. Review the James City County Fire Department Selection Process Information Packet at http://www.jccegov.com/pdf/humresour/Fire%20Selection%20Packet.pdf.
3. Submit a James City County Employment Application by 5:00 p.m. on February 20, 2009. Be sure to attach any related certifications you may possess.
4. Register for one of the mandatory 2009 Selection Process Information Sessions at http://first.jccegov.com/NOWAC/attendevent.aspx by 5:00 p.m. on February 24, 2009. You will receive an e-mail confirmation after registering for the information session. No one arriving late to an information session will be admitted.
5. Register for one of the mandatory Applicant Physical Ability Test Sessions. You will receive information on how to register for the APAT at the 2009 Selection Process Information Session. You will receive an e-mail confirmation after registering for APAT, this is your ticket for entrance into the test.
Important information about the Applicant Physical Ability Test:
• Applicant must bring the APAT e-mail confirmation they receive with them to their scheduled APAT.
• Applicant must bring a photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or college ID) to be admitted to the test.
• Applicants must wear long pants and closed toe/heel footwear.
• Applicants must arrive on time to their scheduled testing. No one arriving late will be admitted.
• If an applicant does not pass APAT the first time they will be given an opportunity to re-test.
Do you have questions?
• Visit the James City County Fire Department Recruitment Blog. You will receive a prompt response from a Fire Department Recruiter.
Firefighter/EMT – Petersburg
February 17, 2009 by admin
Filed under Firefighter EMT
SALARY: $27,912
LOCATION: Fire Department
STATUS: Classified/Full-Time
CLOSING DATE: Continuous
DUTIES: Performs responsible protective service work in fire suppression, fire prevention code enforcement, hazardous materials mitigation, emergency medical service, public fire safety education, home and business inspections and disaster management; does related work as required. QUALIFICATIONS: Must be 18 years of age. Any combination of education and training equivalent to graduation from high school. Graduation from a community college in Fire Science is desirable. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid appropriate Driver’s License issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Possession of or ability to obtain State of Virginia’s Firefighter II, Emergency Medical Technician, Hazardous Materials Awareness and Operations and Emergency Vehicle Operators Course certifications by the conclusion of related firefighter recruit academy course work. Failure to meet recruit academy requirements will result in termination of employment. Must maintain departmental requirements for the position. SPECIAL NOTICES: Final applicants will be required to submit an updated DMV driving record, submit to a criminal history investigation and submit to urinalysis screening for illegal drug use. Employees in this position are subject to random testing. FEMALES AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. THE CITY OF PETERSBURG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.
Emergency Services Telecommunicator
February 17, 2009 by admin
Filed under 911 Dispatcher
Danville, VA
Position: Emergency Services Telecommunicator
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Desc:
The Department of Emergency Services has an opening for a 9-1-1 Telecommunicator to perform intermediate technical work in the area of emergency services communications, receiving public complaints and calls for service and dispatching emergency management, police, fire and EMS personnel and equipment usually in response to emergency situations; monitors and handles; operates computer terminals containing criminal histories and wanted files on Federal and State levels; monitors and relays broadcast from federal and state warning systems. Education and experience equivalent to a graduation from high school and experience in using computers and communications equipment; general knowledge of geography of the City; Must complete the National Academy of Emergency Dispatch Emergency Telecommunicators course and Emergency Medical Dispatch course, CPR, State basic Criminal Justice Telecommunicators Course, and VCIN/NCIC Operator course within one year of employment.
Selection process will include Drug testing, Police background checks, polygraph examination, 911 skills and Computer testing, and psychological
Starting Salary: $28,057/annually
Firefighter Recruit – Norfolk
February 16, 2009 by admin
Filed under Firefighter, Firefighter EMT, Firefighter EMT Enhanced
Job Title: Firefighter Recruit
Closing Date/Time: Continuous
Salary: $35,195.00 / Year
Job Type: Permanent Full-time
Location: City of Norfolk, Norfolk, Virginia
Department: Fire Rescue Services
Work involves participating in the Tidewater Regional Fire Academy program, along with other specialized training courses, and performing additional fire and emergency medical services work.
IMPORTANT
In addition to completing the City of Norfolk online employment application, you must also download and complete the Public Safety employment application. It is available HERE. The downloaded application must be mailed to:
City of Norfolk
Department of Human Resources
Public Safety Recruitment Team
100 City Hall Building
Norfolk, VA 23510
Essential Functions:
• Participates in and successfully completes the Tidewater Regional Fire Academy training program.
• Participates in and successfully completes the Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Rope Rescue I, Hazmat Awareness, Hazmat Operations, Vehicle Extrication, Emergency Medical Technician and Emergency Medical Technician Enhanced, Commonwealth of Virginia certification courses, American Heart Association CPR certification, or other certification courses as determined by the Tidewater Regional Fire Academy Board or the Department of Fire and Paramedical Services.
• Performs limited, non-hazardous, fire or emergency medical services functions.
• Must be able to perform the physical aspects and meet the requirements and tests prescribed by the City’s Civil Service Commission. (Please see attached requirement sheet.)
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Education/Experience:
Requires equivalent to graduation from high school and any equivalent combination of training and experience.
Additional Requirements:
In order to qualify for the position of Firefighter Recruit applicants must:
1.) Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
2.) Have a high school diploma or a general education development certificate.
3.) Have a valid driver’s license.
4.) Have an Honorable Discharge if the applicant is a veteran of the Armed Forces.
Automatic Disqualifiers
The following automatic disqualifiers will cause the processing of the applicant to be immediately discontinued:
Criminal Record:
1.) Conviction of any felony.
2.) Conviction of any offense involving moral turpitude, including larceny, concealment, bad checks, embezzlement, perjury.
Driving Record:
1.) Current driver’s license suspension.
2.) Driver’s license suspension within past 12 months because of moving violations.
3.) Conviction of drunk driving or driving under the influence within the past five years.
4.) Conviction of a misdemeanor hit and run.
5.) Extensive traffic violation convictions, (e.g., three convictions within one year).
6.) More than three Division of Motor Vehicles demerit points.
Drug Usage:
1.) Any use of opiates (heroin, cocaine, morphine, methadone, etc.) or any illegal hallucinogen (e.g., LSD, MDA, etc.).
2.) Any substantiated illegal act, including the possession, sale, manufacture or distribution of any narcotic controlled substance or dangerous drug, as defined by state or federal law, except the use of marijuana which is evaluated on the frequency of use.
3.) Frequent use of marijuana, (e.g., ten times within two years).
4.) Any illegal use of a drug or substance within 12 months before submitting an application, or any time thereafter.
Military:
1.) Dishonorable discharge from the military.
2.) Bad conduct discharge from the military.
Application Process
Firefighter Recruit applicants must submit:
1.) City of Norfolk Public Safety Application for Employment.
2.) Photocopies of birth certificate, high school diploma or GED certificate, driver’s license, and DD214 (long form), if applicant ever served in the military.
3.) Attach copy of Department of Motor Vehicle Report (not over 1 year old) from state being licensed.
Screening Process
Firefighter Recruit must successfully complete the following steps:
1.) Written Test – Designed to measure reading comprehension necessary to successfully complete required employment training and certification.
2.) Physical Agility Test – Events designed to simulate typical work related situations which require the ability to perform specific physical activities.
3.) B-PAD- This examination is used as an interpersonal assessment device.
4.) Polygraph Examination – This examination is used to verify the background data in the Personal History Application form. Deception noted in the areas of the automatic disqualifiers may prevent further processing.
5.) Background Investigation – Entails obtaining and verifying information in regards to prior employment, drug use, personal references, criminal records, Division of Motor Vehicle records, and credit records.
Post-Job Offer Screening Process
Firefighter Recruit applicants must successfully complete the following steps:
1.) Drug Screening
2.) Medical Examination
3.) Psychological Examination
4.) Candidates will be required to sign an acknowledgement that it is a condition of their initial and continued employment that they refrain from any on-duty or off-duty use of tobacco products.
Roanoke City Paramedic
Job Title: Paramedic
Position Number: #T905
Department: Fire-EMS
Division:
Salary: $14.64/HR
Closing Date: Open until Filled
Job Class: Temporary
# of Vacancies: 1
Re-advertisement: No
Selection Method: Open
Job Description
Performs technical work providing fire suppression and human health emergency medical services. Assists in maintaining equipment inventory on emergency vehicles. Maintains vehicles in a clean and working order. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Associate degree with courses in fire science, emergency health sciences or related field; five to ten years related experience and/or training in fire suppression, prevention and/or emergency medical service; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid appropriate drivers license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must possess and maintain required certifications appropriate to duty assignment within the Fire/EMS department. Bilingual, Spanish/English speakers encouraged to apply. Work 36 hours per month. Must be available to work nights and weekends.
Roanoke City Firefighter/EMT
February 16, 2009 by admin
Filed under Firefighter EMT, Firefighter EMT-I, Firefighter Paramedic
Job Title: Firefighter-EMT/FF-EMT 1/FF-Paramedic
Position Number: #NA
Department: Fire-EMS
Division:
Salary: FF/EMT $31,994 FF/EMT 1 $35,994 FF/Paramedic $35,994
Closing Date: Open until Filled
Job Class: Full-time
# of Vacancies: 1
Re-advertisement: No
Selection Method: Open
Job Description
Performs technical work providing fire suppression and human health emergency medical services, normally assigned to a 24-hour shift; Duties are performed under emergency conditions and frequently involve considerable personal hazard. Responds to fire alarms and emergency medical calls. High school diploma or general education degree (GED); Associate degree with courses in fire science, emergency health sciences or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid appropriate drivers license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Must possess or obtain EMT certification within twelve (12) month probationary period. Bilingual, Spanish/English speakers encouraged to apply. Must possess and maintain required certifications appropriate to duty assignment within the Fire/EMS department.
Roanoke City EMT-B
Job Title: Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
Position Number: #T299
Department: Fire-EMS
Division:
Salary: $11.77/hour
Closing Date: Open until Filled
Job Class: Temporary
# of Vacancies: 1
Re-advertisement: No
Selection Method: Open
Job Description
Performs responsible technical and human support work providing medical care to patients using basic life support (BLS) and stabilization procedures at the accident or illness scene and during transport to medical facilities. Not to exceed 40 hours per pay period. General knowledge of the methods, materials, practices
and techniques and equipment required for emergency medical treatment in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Possession of an appropriate valid vehicle operators license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Current valid Emergency Medical Technician certification issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia. Possession of a valid basic life support provider certificate for cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Successful applicants must maintain current EMT-B card and CPR card while in employment with the City of Roanoke.