JOB
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.
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Cover letter
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Resume
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State of Wisconsin Paramedic certification
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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:
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Medical assessment by medical direction and department team
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Interview panel consisting of department leadership
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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.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
The following duties are normal for this position. They should not be construed as all-inclusive; other duties may be added as needed:
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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.
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Drives and operates ambulance as assigned. Accurately completes written and verbal reports on patient care to hospital emergency departments.
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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.
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Checks all medications and equipment daily to ensure proper control and inventory.
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Participates in drills and training evolutions as directed.
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Cleans and performs general maintenance of the fire station.
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Responds to scenes of accidents or acute illness for which emergency medical care has been requested.
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Transfers, lifts and moves patients while employing appropriate safety and lifting techniques.
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Responds to hazardous materials incidents at an awareness level and responds to other calls for assistance as requested by the public.
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Participates in public education programs in schools, civic groups and other locations as requested.
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Conducts departmental training sessions on topics related to the employee’s job functions.
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Utilizes city computer system for patient care documentation, record keeping, and other job related functions.
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Drives and operates apparatus under the direction of the OIC and according to procedures as outlined in the City of Monona Fire Department SOGs.
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Participates in daily physical training.
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Performs related duties as required.
