Firefighter/Paramedic

I. Purpose:

This Standard Operating Guideline shall define the position, rank, and primary duties of a Paramedic.

II. Preface:

Individuals provide and administer emergency medical care to citizens. Individuals work under the guidance of senior Paramedics and/or the EMS Director.

III. Position:

Title: Paramedic

Selection: Appointed or hired by the Fire Chief

Reports to: Captain and EMS Director

Positions Supervised: Direct supervision of EMR, EMT, and AEMT.

IV. Duties:

Responds immediately to emergency and non-emergency calls to provide appropriate medical care.

1. Maintains the condition of EMS station, vehicles and equipment.

2. Supports emergency medical care and other programs by working with local agencies to include attending meetings, conference workshops, training sessions and performing a variety of public relations duties.

3. Completes detailed run reports and daily paperwork.

4. Monitors daily condition of vehicles and equipment through daily check-off sheets.

5. Stocks and maintains unit inventory after every call.

6. Adheres to the Annaville Fire Department EMS protocols.

7. Operates under the Standard Operating Guidelines of Annaville Fire Department.

V. Other Duties:

1. Ability to operate a variety of office equipment.

2. Ability to operate all equipment needed to perform at your current EMT level.

3. Ability to lift patients safely and effectively.

4. Ability to operate mobile and portable radios effectively.

5. Ability to communicate both verbal and written.

6. Knowledge and ability to apply rules, regulations and guidelines associated with Emergency Medical Care.

7. Ability to work under stressful conditions.

8. Ability to work with a variety of patients.

9. Ability to work in a variety of environments, such as heat, cold, and rain.

10. Ability to maintain own CE (continuing education) hours (CE hours can be

obtained through department).

11. Ability to learn and adhere to all EMS Protocols and pass EMS Protocol Test, given quarterly, with a minimum grade of 75.

12. Ability to learn and follow all medication (new and old) administrations.

VI. Absence from Duty:

The Paramedic shall notify the Captain of any condition that may cause them to be absent or unable to perform these duties of at least 24hrs before start of shift.

VII. Requirements:

1. Valid Texas driver license.

2. Valid Texas Department of State Health Services Paramedic certification.

3. Valid ACLS, ITLS and PALS card.

4. Acceptable driving record.

5. High school diploma or GED required.

6. Good moral character.

7. NIMS 100, 200, 700 and 800.

VIII. Work Location and Conditions:

Adverse or potentially hazardous environments may be routinely present during training exercises and/or emergency response operations. Moderate to heavy lifting is required.

IX. Compensation and Benefits:

Compensation will be dependent on current budget and adopted pay rates.