Job Information

SURPRISE FIRE-MEDICAL DISTRICT
14250 W. STATLER PLAZA, SUITE 101
SURPRISE, ARIZONA 85374
6232225012

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Updated: January 12, 2021

Position Title: EMT

Surprise Fire-Medical Department is currently hiring for the position of EMT. Candidates are required to complete the MedicTeam Exam and a department application before the closing date of 01/30/21.

Department applications can be found here.

Salary Information: $12.48-$15.77 per hour based on a 40 hour work week

Benefit Information: EMTs work a 48/96 hour schedule.

Medical, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Group Life & Additional Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Paid Medical Leave, AFLAC Supplemental Insurance. Employee Discounts, Paid Time Off (PTO), Holiday Pay, Other Paid Leave.

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Department Contact Information:
Julie Moore, Battalion Chief, 623.222.3500

Department Overview: Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) is a non-sworn, non-fire suppression position in the Emergency Services Division of the Fire-Medical Department. Incumbents respond to emergency calls, maintain equipment, training and required certifications.

Job Requirements

Age: Must be at least 18 years of age or older at time of hire.

US Citizen: Yes

High School Grad/GED: High school diploma or GED

Valid ARIZONA State Driver's License: Must have at the time of hire and be able to maintain a valid Driver License.

Ability to Read/Speak English: Yes

College: No

Academy Certification: No

Prior Experience: No

Necessary Certifications: Possession of a current Arizona Emergency Medical Technician Certification at the time of application.

Additional Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Knowledge of:

Applicable regulations, procedures, policies, and emergency medical services
Emergency scene operations and incident command structure
Ambulance apparatus, equipment, tools, devices, and facilities, and their proper use and maintenance

Skill in:

Using mobile computer terminals
Using 800 MHz radio system to communicate clearly
Using a computer and related software applications

Ability to:

Understand and act in accordance with departmental policies, rules, instructions, and written material in the field of emergency medical services
Successfully complete initial orientation/training program
Maintain the confidentiality of reports and other sensitive information
Communicate and use interpersonal skills to interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc., to sufficiently exchange or convey information and to receive work direction

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENT:
This is a safety-sensitive position that requires candidates to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen prior to start date.

Hiring Process: Interviews, Pre-employment offer, Background check, Final Job Offer, Drug Screen

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties listed below are intended only as general illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Specific statements of duties not included does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Job descriptions are subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and requirements of the job change.

Provides customer service; assists Paramedic as needed
Provides emergency medical services (EMS) treatment and transportation in accordance with Arizona laws, Arizona Department of Health Services (DHS) rules and regulations, regional protocols, Fire-Medical Department policies and procedures, and base station medical direction
Prepares EMS reports accurately and in a timely manner, showing proficiency with patient care reporting software
Administers emergency medical care utilizing accepted guidelines of basic and advanced life support procedures in treating the sick and injured; examines victims and communicates physical assessment findings to EMS partners base hospital physicians involved in patient care
Performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and inserts various oral airway adjuncts within scope of practice; applies various splints, backboards, and cervical collars
Drives/operates Fire-Medical Department apparatus and related equipment
Operates a variety of equipment, including suction units, pulse oximeters, application of cardiac monitors, defibrillators, oxygen administration equipment, and mobile radios
Maintains minimum inventory/stock of EMS equipment and supplies
Participates in EMS training programs, community service/public safety education events, and other related programs
Maintains positive working relationships with other agencies, City of Surprise employees, and the public
Supports firefighting crews in performing non-firefighting-related duties (e.g., rehabilitation sector, medical assistance, etc.); develops an understanding of emergency scene operations and the Incident Command System
Maintain awareness of City of Surprise geography and receiving facilities in the transport area
Maintains a professional and well-groomed appearance following Surprise Fire-Medical Administrative Regulations
Performs the essential duties of the job in the conditions described in the physical demands and work environment sections below
Maintains regular attendance and punctuality
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

The physical demands 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 to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Active work: Exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to life, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body.

Heavy work: Exerting in excess of 100 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50-25 pounds of force frequency, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; high, precarious places, outside weather conditions; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock; explosives; risk of radiation; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

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