Lateral Firefighter/Paramedic

City of Bremerton Bremerton, WA $2,700 - $4,700

Full Time Entry Level 1+ years

Posted 2 weeks ago

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About This Role

Respond to emergency medical and fire calls, providing on-scene medical intervention and fire suppression to preserve life and protect property. Maintain readiness of facilities, apparatus, and equipment while also engaging in non-emergency services like inspections and community education.

Responsibilities

Respond to emergency medical calls, providing on-scene medical intervention using specialized protocols and equipment
Respond to emergency fire and first aid calls, using specialized equipment to suppress and extinguish fires and perform rescue operations
Maintain continual availability and readiness of facilities, apparatus, equipment, and supplies
Perform non-emergency services including inspections, investigations, equipment testing, and recordkeeping
Maintain and upgrade personal skills and knowledge through internal and external instruction and training programs
Activate emergency medical and fire communications, equipment, apparatus, and emergency call response procedures
Drive emergency vehicles, ambulances, apparatus, and boats, and operate emergency communications devices
Operate and apply emergency medical protocols, suppression, medical first aid, and rescue equipment
Write and prepare detailed reports and take follow-up actions on emergency calls
Perform routine maintenance work on facilities, apparatus, and equipment

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Nationally registered paramedic certification
Completion of one full year of full time paid uniformed experience for lateral entry
IFSAC or Pro Board FF1 & HazMat OPS
Valid Washington State driver's license
Successful completion of Emergency Vehicle Accident Prevention training
State of Washington certification and continued maintenance for Emergency Vehicle Accident Prevention
Certification as a State of Washington Emergency Medical Service Paramedic and its continued maintenance
Current vaccinations

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
One full year of full time paid uniformed experience with successful completion of agency's training program for lateral entry

Benefits

Dental Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Paid vacation

Wellness program

Education incentive

Employer deferred compensation match up to 5.50%

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Long-Term Disability

Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)

Medical Expense Reimbursement Plan (MERP)

Paid Sick Leave

Medical Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

State Retirement System pension plan

Certifications

Nationally registered paramedic certification (Required) IFSAC or Pro Board FF1 & HazMat OPS (Required) State of Washington Emergency Medical Service Paramedic (Required)