San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District

Part-Time Single Role Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)

Salary:$24.71 - $27.25 Hourly

ABOUT THE POSITION

Want to reach out and serve the community as a highly trained Part-Time Single Role Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B)? Interested in doing that as part of a dynamic and progressive fire district?

The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is seeking highly motivated Part-Time Single Role EMT-B who desires to actively support our commitment to providing a high level of service to our community through innovation, training (employees and the community), and cutting-edge technology.

This is an outstanding opportunity to become part of our dedicated team of professionals and to be actively involved in taking our District forward through participation in projects, committees, training, and education. We are committed to personal and professional growth and provide opportunities for you to stay current on training requirements, trends, and technology.

SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE

After just six (6) months on the job, Part-Time Single-Role EMT-B\'s can apply for our Internal Recruit Training Program. This District-funded opportunity opens the door to earning your Paramedic License or completing the Firefighter I Academy — at no cost to you. With paramedic school alone costing upwards of $15,000, this program is a major career and financial advantage.

ABOUT THE DISTRICT

The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is an independent Special District in Contra Costa County responsible for providing a high level of emergency and non-emergency services to the communities it serves. The District\'s service area encompasses approximately 155 square miles, serving the communities of Alamo, Blackhawk, Danville, Diablo, San Ramon, the southern boundary of Morgan Territory, and the Tassajara Valley. The District serves a population of 192,858.The communities are primarily residential, commercial, office park, and controlled manufacturing, along with wildland areas, protected by nine stations and one volunteer staffed station with 185 employees, and 56 volunteers.Financial oversight and strategic policy direction are provided by an elected 5-member Board of Directors.

DEFINITION

Under direction of the assigned Duty Battalion Chief, provides patient care and ambulance transport services as a member of the San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Division.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The non-safety, position of Part-Time Single Role Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) works under the direct supervision of the assigned Duty Battalion Chief in conjunction with other District staff and the overall direction of the Operations Duty Chief. The primary responsibility of the Single Role EMT-B is to provide the highest-level emergency medical care at the basic life support (BLS) level while assisting paramedics in providing advanced life support (ALS) care, and to transport patients as a team member of the District’s 911 EMS System.

The Part-Time Single Role EMT-B will respond to both critical and non-critical medical responses working with a paramedic partner and members of an engine or truck companion certain responses. The Part-Time Single Role EMT-B is expected to demonstrate sound judgment that demonstrates the highest ethical and moral standards in the performance of job duties and other situations with and without explicit direction.

The incumbent will be required to perform a full range of EMS skills and services, including but not limited to:

1. Must pass District EMS Academy and all related new hire didactic skills and training with no less than 80% final score, prior to release to Single Role EMT-B status within the District.

2. Utilize BLS level skills during training, while at the scene of an emergency, or during patient care to assist paramedics in providing ALS care.

3. Operate District-owned ambulances and other District vehicles as directed, including driving to and from medical emergencies as part of the ambulance transport team.

4. Cleans and decontaminates as necessary or directed District equipment, apparatus, and facilities.

5. Collection and documentation or patient billing information per District policy.

6. Maintains and restocks inventory of ambulance and station EMS supplies through logistics orders.

7. Performs preventative maintenance inspections (PMI) on assigned apparatus.

8. Follows all Federal, State, County, Local, and District laws, regulations, protocols, and policies, including the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

9. Attend and successfully complete District and hospital training sessions and drills.

10. Participates in overseeing operational readiness and cleanliness of District apparatus and equipment.

11. Maintain all appropriate licenses and certifications.

12. Participate in all assigned training.

13. Participate in public education/training eff orts.

14. Attend District and County meetings as directed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATIONS -

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge Of:

1. Applicable Federal, State, County, Local, and District laws, regulations, protocols, and policies.

2. Principles of emergency ambulance and transportation procedures including first aid, resuscitator, and gurney operations, including safeemergency work practices.

3. Infectious disease control procedures.

4. Emergency radio communication procedures.

5. Medical terminology and documentation.

6. Emergency vehicle maintenance and operation.

Ability To:

1. Read electronic and incident maps and follow map directions.

2. Work effectively in difficult and hazardous emergency situations and environments and carry out work assignments as instructed.

3. Safely and properly transport patients during ambulance transportation.

4. Follow oral and written instructions.

5. Communicate effectively with the public and fellow employees.

Age

Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age.

License

Possession of and ability to maintain a current State of California Driver’s License, Class C, is a condition of employment.

The following minimum qualifications are required:

•Possession of a high school diploma or GED.

•Possession of and ability to maintain a valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician certification and Healthcare Provider CPR certification at time of conditional job offer.

•Possession of a valid Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) issued within the last 24 months, by time of appointment.

Highly Desirable Qualifications:

•Ambulance work experience

•College degree from an accredited university

•California State Fire Marshal Accredited Firefighter I Academy

•California State Fire Marshal Training Courses

The minimum education or experience requirements may be modified at the sole discretion of the Fire Chief.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Maintain physical ability and stamina to meet position tasks and responsibilities. Physical abilities must commensurate with the essential functions of the position.

Essential duties described in the Part-Time Single Role Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-B) job description are performed in and affected by the following environmental and operational factors:

1. Operate both as a member of a team and independently at incidents of uncertain factors.

2. Spend extensive time outside exposed to the elements.

3. Work in wet, icy, or muddy areas.

4. Perform a variety of tasks on slippery, hazardous surfaces such as on roadways.

5. Work in areas where sustaining traumatic or thermal injuries are possible.

6. Face exposure due to working in proximity to emergency scenes where carcinogenic dusts such as asbestos, toxic substances such as hydrogen cyanide, acids, carbon monoxide, or organic solvents are present either through inhalation or skin contact.

7. Face exposure to infectious agents such as but not limited to Hepatitis B or HIV.

8. Wear designated personal protective equipment while performing essential functions.

9. Perform complex tasks during life-threatening emergencies.

10. Work for long periods of time, requiring sustained physical activity and intense concentration.

11. Face life and death decision during emergency conditions.

12. Exposure to grotesque sights and smells associated with major trauma and burn victims.

13. Make rapid transitions from rest to near maximal exertion without warm-up periods.

14. Operate in environments of high noise, poor visibility, limited mobility, at heights, and in enclosed or confined spaces.

15. Rely on senses of sight, hearing, smells, and touch to help determine the nature of the emergency, maintain personal safety, and make critical decisions in a confused, chaotic, and potentially life-threatening environment throughout the duration of the incident.

The Part-Time Single Role EMT-B is a three (3) year limited term position. The term of employment may be extended at the discretion of the Fire Chief.

The Part-Time Single Role EMT-B will be expected to participate in the Reserve Firefighter (Volunteer) Program.

The Part-Time Single Role EMT-B position is expected to transition into the Single Role Paramedic position within the three (3) year term. Employees who transition into the rank of Single Role Paramedic must:

1.Be in good standing with the District.

2. Possess a State of California Paramedic license.

3. Possess a CPAT card that is valid within 24 months of the final filing data for Single Role Paramedic as determined by the District.

4. Receive a passing score in an interview process.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

HEALTH EXPOSURE

This is a department of Health and Human Services Category I position. Tasks involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues.

APPLICATION PROCESS

This posting is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position; it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities, or working conditions associated with the position.

The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract or offer.

Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.Candidates must apply online through Government Jobs at: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/srvfire.

The application and required certification documents must be completed and submitted together.

Candidates considered for employment will be required to undergo an extensive background investigation, including polygraph, a psychological evaluation, a thorough medical examination, and a pre-employment drug screening.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, should special accommodations be necessary at any stage of the selection process, please contact the Human Resources Division at (925) 838-6628.

The San Ramon Valley Fire Protection District is an equal employment opportunity employer and makes employment decisions based on merit, qualifications and competence. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles), sex (including gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy and breastfeeding), religious creed (including religious dress and grooming), color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, registered domestic partner status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), age (40 and over), genetic characteristics and information, reproductive health decision-making, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Salary/Compensation: $24.71 - $27.25 per hour