EMT / Firefighter
$49,000–$49,000 year
On-siteRustburg, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Perform all aspects of BLS pre-hospital patient care during emergency medical service incidents, determining the nature and extent of medical problems while following established treatment protocols and transporting patients to appropriate facilities. Provide support for fire and hazardous material activities as required by the Incident Commander, including fire suppression, EMS standby, and safety officer responsibilities. Inspect and maintain ambulances, vehicles, and medical equipment, ensuring supplies and medications are at desired levels while completing accurate documentation for transport and incidents. Complete station chores such as cleaning, laundry, and trash removal, and participate in public relations, educational, and recruitment programs. Maintain current Virginia EMT-Basic certification and Firefighter 1 certification, with a valid driver's license and successful completion of pre-employment physicals and background checks.
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or GED
- Current Virginia Emergency Medical Technician – Basic certification
- Certification as Firefighter 1 or must be enrolled in a Firefighter 1 course within one year of employment
- Current certification in EVOC, and CPR
- Current National Incident Management System IS-700 and IS-100
- Requires completion of National Incident Management System IS-200 within 120 days of employment
- Successfully complete a pre-employment physical, illicit drug screening and criminal background check
- Valid Virginia Drivers' License and be insurable under the County's policy
Desired Qualifications
- Preferred one year of active emergency medical services experience at the level of EMT-Basic
- Desirable: Previous experience in combination, career and volunteer public safety setting
- Certification in Vehicle Extrication
- Current enrollment in ALS Courses
- Certification as Firefighter II
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