What are the responsibilities and job description for the Ambulance Operator - EMT position at San Bernardino County?
ONLY THE FIRST 450 APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
The San Bernardino County Fire Protection District is accepting applications for Ambulance Operator - EMT. Under the direction of the assigned Captain or Supervisor, these positions are responsible for operating an ambulance, responding to medical aid calls, providing basic medical care to the ill and injured, and providing patient transport services.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Health and Physical Condition: Persons seeking appointment to this classification must meet the safety, health, and physical condition standards deemed necessary and proper for performance of the duties established by the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District.
CPR Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR card.
State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Certification: Must possess and maintain a valid State of California EMT Certificate card.
Travel/Driver License: A valid California Class C Driver License is required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained. Mileage reimbursement may be available.
Background: Applicants will be fingerprinted and must pass a thorough background investigation which may include, but is not limited to, the following: fingerprinting for a Department of Justice criminal background check, DMV driving record check, military record check, reference checks, and review of prior employment history check. An applicant may be automatically disqualified for misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of pertinent facts in the screening/selection/background check process. Job offers are made contingent upon passing a medical examination. Applicant must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test. Failure to meet medical standards may result in the withdrawal of employment offer.
Work Location: Applicants must be willing to work anywhere within San Bernardino County. Positions will primarily be located at County Fire Stations.
Dress Code: All new employees must adhere to the provisions of the County Fire and Special Districts Dress Code, which prohibits visible tattoos.
Physical Requirements: Must be able to perform during high stress situations. Must possess the strength and stamina sufficient to lift and carry equipment and individuals. Must be able to work in a variety of environmental conditions.
Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.- Possess and maintain a CA EMT1 certification or greater OR a NREMT EMT-1 Certification, or greater.
- Possess and maintain a valid American Heart Association OR American Red Cross CPR Card and must be attached to your application.
All communications regarding the selection process will be via email. Applicants are encouraged to check their e-mails frequently to obtain any correspondence associated with this recruitment. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy.
For more important details, review the Applicant Information and County Employment Process.
Salary : $69,123 - $78,208