FIREFIGHTER EMT/PARAMEDIC

Southern Manatee Fire Rescue; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Vacation time

Health insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Job summary

Southern Manatee Fire Rescue is seeking a dedicated Paramedic or EMT to join the pre-hospital care team. You will provide basic and advanced life support, perform non-transport duties, and engage in fire suppression and public safety activities within the district.

The role requires knowledge of current EMS protocols, strong report writing, and the ability to work under pressure on 24/48 shifts. Eligibility includes Florida FF1/FF2 and CPR certifications, with credentialed Paramedic pay included.

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Minimum Florida Standards certification (FF1 & FF2)
• Current Florida Paramedic Certification (preferred) or EMT; ACLS for paramedic
• Current CPR certification (AHA)

Responsibilities

• Respond to fire suppression and EMS incidents within district boundaries
• Provide basic and advanced life support and rescue services in the field
• Perform routine maintenance of station, apparatus and equipment when not engaged in emergencies

Skills

Fire suppression knowledge

EMS data reporting

Quality management

Customer relations

Education

Florida FF1 & FF2

Florida Paramedic Certification (preferred)

Job description

Act as a professional member of the pre-hospital emergency care team (Paramedic or EMT) in providing comprehensive basic and advanced life support treatment and care (non transport). General firefighting work in combating, extinguishing, and preventing fires and protecting life and property.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: Responds to fire suppression, emergency medical incidents, and other fire-rescue related incidents within the jurisdiction of their assigned station and elsewhere with the boundaries of the Southern Manatee Fire Rescue District; using in the execution of their duties and within their scope of training, the most up to date techniques in basic/advanced medical life support, fire suppression, and other fire-rescue related activities, and equipment/apparatus operation.

Essential Job Functions: Under direction, performs highly responsible work involving the prevention and suppression of fires, and skilled Emergency Medical Technician/Paramedic lifesaving and technical emergency rescue services work in the field. The employee is responsible for responding to emergency situations and assisting in the control and resolution of the situation. The employee works within the scope of established Fire District rules, regulations, and procedures, however, is expected to exercise considerable judgment and initiative, in emergency situations. Objective is to prevent and minimize injury and/or loss of life and property in emergency and fire situations. The work is performed under the direct supervision of a Station Officer and Battalion Chief in conformance with departmental rules and regulations. Routine maintenance and custodial work on station, apparatus and equipment is also performed when not engaged in either fire pre-planning or public education activities. Performs related work as directed.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of State and Federal Laws governing Fire Suppression & Emergency Medical Services
• Knowledge of Fire & EMS Data Reporting
• Knowledge of Quality Management Principles
• Knowledge of Strategic Planning
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of fire-rescue work
• Knowledge of mechanical principles
• Ability to analytically observe, and objectively and clearly report routine and non-routine, emergency, and nonemergency activities
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
• Ability to prepare clear and concise reports
• Skill in the principles and techniques of customer relation skills, ability to deal diplomatically with irate, violent, or frantic individuals; ability to react quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform prolonged and difficult work under adverse conditions.
• Ability to learn a wide variety of duties and methods within a reasonable training period.
• Ability and willingness to learn new methods and techniques.

PHYSICAL SKILLS: Position requires climbing ladders, pushing, pulling, bending, kneeling, stooping, and moving quickly. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication.

Special Requirements:

Must be a non-user of tobacco or tobacco products for at least one year immediately preceding application, as defined in FS633.34. Employees assigned to this classification will serve a one-year probationary period. New employee firefighters are highly encouraged to obtain a State of Florida Paramedic Certification (** see benefits).

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. Minimum Florida Standards certification (FF1 & FF2). Florida State EMT or Florida Paramedic Certification (preferred), Advanced cardiac life support provider (if paramedic) and current AHA CPR.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Qualified applicants selected for interview are required to bring copies of their Driver license; Current registration by the State of Florida as a Paramedic (preferred) or EMT; Current certification by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross or American Safety and Health Institute in BLS and ACLS; Certificate of Compliance from the Florida Bureau of Fire Standards and Training; Valid driver's license.

(COPIES ARE REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF INTERVIEW)

ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Southern Manatee Fire District is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Southern Manatee Fire District provides to Veterans, preference in appointment to preference-eligible applicants.

$ 58,401.63 Annually

(Additional $8,500.00 Annual Credentialed Paramedic Pay)

Schedule:

24/48 Shift

Benefits Include:

• Sick and Vacation Time
• Paid holidays
• Insurance Health/Dental/Vision (Individual & Family Plans are 100% Employer Funded)