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Firefighter - EMT

Bedford County, Virginia -
Bedford, VA

Job Details

$46,200 - $61,215 a year

Qualifications

Patient resuscitation
EVOC
Incident command
CPR Certification
National Incident Management System Introduction (NIMS-700)
Incident management
Environmental protection hazardous materials response
Company vehicle operation
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Basic life support
EMT-B

Full Job Description

Disclaimer

Bedford County maintains a safe, drug-free workplace for its employees. Drug screening, driving record check, a criminal background check, and previous employer references are required for all positions as conditions of pre-employment.

Bedford County, VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Bedford County is a certified Virginia Values Veterans (V3) employer. We are committed to implementing nationally recognized best practices in recruiting, hiring, and retaining highly skilled and dependable Veterans. The V3 Program is an official Commonwealth of Virginia Program, authorized under the Code of Virginia (§ 2.2-2001.2)

Performs difficult protective services work in regard to emergency medical services and fire suppression; engages directly in providing basic life support and stabilization procedures at the scene of a medical emergency and during transport to medical facilities; engages directly in fire suppression activities and response to fire related incidents as required; does related EMS, Fire and emergency services work as required. Responsible to Incident Commander on scene and/or any Bedford County Fire & Rescue Officer.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Acts in the capacity of EMT/Firefighter
Provides basic life support and other EMS stabilization procedures
Performs rescue from potentially life-threatening situations
Assists in the protection of property via fire suppression and other fire-related activities
Assists with Hazardous Materials Incident responses
Prepares accurate records and reports as required for EMS and Fire related responses
Operates emergency equipment as certified and required
Assists in maintenance of equipment related to the County EMS/Fire Service
Assists in maintenance of buildings and grounds related to the County EMS/Fire Service
Assists in maintenance of vehicles related to County EMS/Fire Service
Assists in maintenance of water distribution appurtenances related to fire suppression
Replenishes supplies and materials as needed for County EMS/Fire Service
Assists in fire and safety inspections/investigations of public and private property as required
Assists in providing EMS, Fire and Hazardous Materials training to volunteers
Accomplishes all tasks and activities as appropriately assigned or requested by management in reference to EMS, Fire and Emergency Services
Participates in employee meetings and training as needed
Performs special projects as assigned
Meets attendance requirements and maintains the highest level of dependability
Consistently demonstrates ability to respond to changing situations in a flexible manner in order to meet current needs and reprioritizes work as necessary

Education/Experience:

Must possess education equivalent to graduation from high school
Possession of Virginia Emergency Medical Technician – Basic
CPR certification
NIMS – ICS 100, 200, 700, & 800 certification
EVOC certification
Minimum of 1 year pre-hospital experience
Virginia Department of Fire Programs Firefighter 1 and/or Firefighter II
Virginia Department of Fire Programs Hazardous Materials Operations certification.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Extensive knowledge of emergency medical care and basic life support techniques
Working knowledge of firefighting techniques
Ability to work cooperatively with other emergency services personnel under hazardous and stressful conditions
Ability to assist in managing emergency medical services incidents making appropriate decisions in regard to patient care
Actively performs fire suppression and property protection
Ability to foster and maintain positive working relationships with volunteer personnel and the public
Have an aptitude for mechanical and manual work and be in excellent physical condition.
Must be willing and able to develop a working knowledge of all aspects of Emergency Service activities within Bedford County and be willing and able to complete various tasks associated with the provision of these services.

Certifications/Licenses:

Must possess a valid Commonwealth of Virginia driver’s license with 4 years driving experience, proof of insurance required to drive on county business, and acceptable driving record.
Must have MAYDAY Firefighter Down certification (or must obtain within one year).
Continuation of employment will be dependent on maintaining certification requirements.

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Employment will be pending on successful completion of a physical examination in regard to acceptable standards of the general physical condition of the applicant as defined by the NFPA for similar positions.
This is heavy work requiring exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently and up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping and repetitive motions
Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word
Hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word level
Visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arm’s length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work and observing general surroundings and activities.

Environmental Factors:

The worker must be able to work in all weather conditions and is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibrations, hazards, atmospheric conditions and oils.
The worker may be exposed to blood borne pathogens and infectious agents and may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment.

Special/Additional Requirements:

Subject to a complete criminal history background search and drug screening with acceptable results.
Candidate must be a minimum of 18 years of age.

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