Jobs for People with MS: National MS Society

This job was posted by https://www.azjobconnection.gov : For more information, please see: https://www.azjobconnection.gov/jobs/6542207

JOB SUMMARY:

• This work includes fire fighting, fire prevention, communications, and emergency medical assistance.
• Primary responsibility is for the protection of life and property through fire fighting activities and associated activities.
• Work requires performance of hazardous tasks under emergency conditions which may involve strenuous exertion under such handicaps as smoke and cramped surroundings.
• Employees are required to employ special firefighting skills.
• A large part of the time is spent in supervised training, in inspection and maintenance of equipment, and in cleaning and maintaining quarters.
• Employees may be assigned to work on special assignments.
• Work is normally performed under close supervision in accordance with well defined procedures.
• Assignments are received from departmental superiors. When assigned to calls involving accidents or to attend to seriously ill persons, the medical duties become the primary responsibility of EMT and Paramedics.
• EMT personnel will usually operate the ambulance or rescue vehicle and assists Paramedics.
• Within this class all Firefighters must be certified as a State of Arizona EMT.
• Also, within this class, Firefighters may be given the opportunity to be selected to attend paramedic training program or other specialized training and schooling.
• These workers may be designated as Firefighter/Paramedic upon certification.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduation from a standard High School, or GED.
• Must possess and maintain EMT and Firefighter I & II certifications.
• Valid Arizona Drivers License.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must obtain State of AZ hazardous materials certification at the operation level.
• Paramedics must maintain medic certification to continue function in this classification.
• If certification is not maintained, incumbent must revert to a mandatory maintenance of an EMT Certification.
• Must pursue continuing education in medical specialties required by the State and Base Hospital.
• Must obtain an appropriate Arizona Drivers License to operate any vehicle used on the job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (May not include all of the duties, nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in position of this class.)

• Responds to fire alarms with a company; lays and connects hose; holds nozzles and directs water streams; raises and climbs ladders, uses SCBA, extinguishers, and other assorted equipment.
• Participates in company and continuing Education Programs as available and required.
• Performs general maintenance work in the upkeep of the fire department property; cleans and washes walls and floors; makes minor repairs, washes, hangs and dries hoses; washes, cleans, and polishes apparatus.
• As a Company Member assist in the inspection of commercial buildings and other premises to discover and eliminate potential fire hazards.
• May be assigned to operate fire apparatus or assume the duties of Engineer after trained.
• Responds to all calls for assistance as required regardless of the nature.
• As an EMT, works with and assists paramedic personnel in the Deployment and use of specialized medical equipment.
• EMT personnel performs duties to the extent training and certification allows
• As a Paramedic, performs medical procedures as required to stabilize patient for safe Transportation to a medical facility.
• Contacts Base Hospital by phone during or after a transport as required by state or Base Hospital protocol.
• Performs liaison work with agencies to coordinate desired results as assigned by the Fi e Chief.
• Maintains the integrity, professionalism, values, and goals of the City by assuring that all policies, rules and regulations are followed and that accountability and public trust are preserved.
• Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions. Follows City-wide safety policy and practices and adheres to responsibilities concerning safety prevention, reporting and monitoring as outlined in the City\'s Safety Handbook.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the constituent population by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with residents, visitors and City staff; enthusiastically promotes the Citys goals and priorities in compliance with all policies and procedures.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

(The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.)

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