Job Information

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

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Updated: June 16, 2021

Position Title: Paramedic

Surprise Fire-Medical Department is currently hiring for the position of Paramedic. Candidates are required to complete a department application before the closing date of 06/14/21. Candidates meeting the minimum qualifications will receive an email invitation to the written exam. The written exam must be complete by 6/25/21.

Department applications can be found here.

Salary Information: $16.40-$21.56 per hour based on a 40 hour work week

Benefit Information: Paramedics 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
John Klidas, Battalion Chief, 623-222-5555

Department Overview: Paramedic 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: One year of experience as a Paramedic, or two years’ experience as an Emergency Medical Technician, or one year experience as a current Emergency Medical Technician with the Surprise Fire-Medical Department.

Necessary Certifications: Possession of a current Arizona Emergency Paramedic 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
Administers various intravenous solutions and parenteral drug injections; inventories and requests necessary medical and drug supplies
Performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and endotracheal intubation, and other advanced airway procedures; applies various splints, backboards, and cervical collars
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 base hospital physicians
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
Drives/operates Fire-Medical Department apparatus and related equipment; operates a variety of equipment, including suction units, pulse oximeters, laryngoscopes, 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
Maintains 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
Works mandatory overtime as required

Physical Demands & 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.

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