Job Description
Fire Medic The purpose of this job is to perform specialized duty work functions in preparing for and responding to fire/medical emergency calls and in providing general support within the Fire Department. Duties and responsibilities include maintaining readiness for emergency call response; responding to fire, medical, and related emergency calls when dispatched and taking proper action; educating staff and public on fire safety/prevention; and performing other tasks related to City and Fire Department activities. The following duties are normal for this classification. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned. Specific duties listed may not be required for all positions within this classification but are determined by the normal requirements for the particular position. Enforces and complies with all city fire codes and ordinances and state fire laws and regulations in order to protect life and property; complies with all rules, orders, and instructions issued by superior officer. Responds to emergency calls involving fires, medical, hazardous materials, vehicle accidents, and emergency situations; evaluates scene upon arrival; directs traffic and control crowds. Monitors and communicates effectively and coherently over radio channels while initiating and responding to radio communications; exchanges information with dispatchers, medical professionals, and other department employees. Selects and properly operates fire service tools and equipment, specifically: fire hoses, nozzles, appliances, and the components of sprinkler and standpipe systems. Provides emergency medical care as a licensed Paramedic, specifically: basic first aid, basic life support, patient assessment, advanced cardiac life support, basic trauma life support, pediatric life support, spinal immobilization, admin