Firefighter EMT-Paramedic Part-time



Job Details

Firefighter EMT-Paramedic Part-time
Employer

City of Bellaire

Salary

$19.87 Hourly

Location

5101 Jessamine (Fire Dept.) - Bellaire, TX

Job Type

Part-time

Job Number

PS2 -FFP PT -02

Department

Fire

Opening Date

08/27/2014

Closing Date

Continuous

Job Description

This is a part-time position established to assist the Bellaire Fire Department during manpower shortages.  The purpose of this position is to control and extinguish fires, participate in search and rescue missions, respond to medical emergencies, and administer life saving measures. This is accomplished by treating ill or injured patients, corresponding with hospital staff, compiling reports, responding to fire alarms, operating City equipment and vehicles, participating in Fire Department activities, assisting in securing scenes, and responding to directives of incident commanders and superiors. Other duties include, assisting in the maintenance of the fire stations and grounds, and participating in the testing of equipment.

Examples of Duties

Performs paramedic duties by providing life support care to the ill and injured; providing cardiac monitoring; performing detailed physical exams; corresponding with on duty physician at the hospital; transporting the ill and injured to the appropriate medical care facility; operating emergency vehicles; and cleaning and maintaining equipment.

Performs administrative duties by preparing and maintaining reports.

Maintains the vehicles and station by conducting inspections; performing minor preventative maintenanceand repairs; and ensuring apparatus has been disinfected.

Performs firefighter duties by operating firefighting equipment and apparatus; responding to fire alarms; performing hose, salvage, and overhaul operations; and rescuing individuals.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must have a Class "B" Texas Drivers' License; high school Diploma or equivalent; be at least age 21.  Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Must have successfully completed Basic Firefighter Certification by Texas Fire Commission, EMT required, Paramedic/National Registered Paramedic preferred.

Supplemental Information

Requires ability to wear SCBA and work 48 hour shifts. Experience with a municipal 911 fire/EMS service preferred. Requires working odd shifts with short notice, including holidays and weekends.

N/A

01
Are you certified as a Firefighter by the Texas Commission on Fire Protection?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Are you certified as an EMT by the Department of State Health Services?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Are you certified as a Paramedic by the Department of State Health Services?
  • Yes
  • No
04
Are you currently employed or have you been previously employed by 911 Fire Service or as a Volunteer with the Bellaire Fire Department?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of Bellaire
Address
7008 South Rice Ave.

Bellaire, Texas, 77401

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