EMT Firefighter

This position is responsible for protecting lives and property endangered by fires and other

emergency situations. This position also must be able to assist in providing a high level of basic

emergency care to sick and/or injured patients of all ages within their certification level.

Major Duties:

• Administers first aid and Basic Life Support.

• Inspects assigned apparatus and equipment; cleans, repairs, and performs routine

maintenance on same.

• Performs housekeeping, building maintenance, and groundskeeping duties.
• Participates in and assists with training sessions.
• Prepares incident reports, gas and vehicle maintenance logs, and other reports.
• Performs all pre-hospital patient care to their level of training.
• Performs daily inspections of apparatus, onboard supplies, equipment, and restocks after

each call.

• Drives and controls an apparatus.
• Completes monthly educational requirements and training.
• Adheres to department-specific Infection Control guidelines.
• Exhibits an understanding of the Compliance Program and is willing to report compliance

issues.

• Understands and demonstrates compliance with HIPAA privacy and security regulations.
• Comply with all Patient Safety Standards.
• Maintains department-specific safety issues.
• Use all departmental electronic/technology reporting and data scheduling software.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent.

• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of

Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

• Ability to meet current requirements set forth by the National Fire Protection Association

and the Georgia Firefighter Standards and Training Act within 6 months of hire.

• Georgia State of EMS Licensure is current and in good standing.
• Current CPR and NIMS compliant.

Habersham County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Drug Free Workplace.

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• Must be BLS and NIMS compliant.
• Possession of a valid Class F or B Georgia Driver's License.
• Or any equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience which provides the

requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

The successful candidate must complete a Reference Check, Background Check, Pre-

Employment Drug Screening and Physical prior to the start of employment.

Salary : $40,000 - $80,000