Paramedic/Firefighter

GovernmentJobs.com — County of Roanoke Virginia, VA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

County of Roanoke Virginia, via GovernmentJobs.com, seeks a skilled professional to provide advanced life support within protective services. The role includes supervising the on-call rescue unit and acting as attendant in charge of patients.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred emergency medical services and firefighting background. A Virginia driver’s license and NFPA standards certification are mandatory or obtainable per policy.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred EMS and firefighting experience.
• Must possess Virginia driver’s license with a good driving record and comply with emergency vehicle regulations.

Responsibilities

• Performs responsible protective services by providing advanced life support.
• Supervises the rescue unit on call and serves as attendant in charge of patients.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Emergency medical services

Firefighting

Protective services

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Performs responsible protective services by providing advanced life support. Supervises the rescue unit on call and serves as attendant in charge of patients. Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Preferred: Emergency medical services and firefighting experience.

Certifications/ Licenses

Required: Must possess a valid Virginia driver's license, have a good driving record not to exceed negative three (-3) demerit points, and comply with state regulations covering drivers of emergency vehicles (includes successful completion of a provided Emergency Vehicle Operators Course). Must possess or become certified in accordance with National Fire Protection Association Standard 1001 for Firefighter Level II. Possess an Intermediate or Paramedic Certifi