Paramedic EMT-P - Fire Department

About the role

The Paramedic EMT-P and Paramedic NRP roles within the Baltimore City Fire Department provide emergency medical treatment and transport sick and injured individuals to medical facilities. These positions require leading other Fire and EMS employees, receiving on-site supervision from an EMS officer, and medical direction from an online physician.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical treatment at the scene of accidents or illnesses.
• Transport sick and injured individuals to medical facilities.
• Analyze and take command of patient care with full responsibility until relieved by proper medical staff.
• Work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Perform strenuous physical activities such as lifting, climbing, and bending.
• Respond to hazardous situations and emotionally traumatic events.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age and a United States Citizen or a Resident Alien.
• Valid Maryland Class C Non-Commercial driver's license or equivalent.
• Current Advanced Life Support Certification as a Paramedic from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (Paramedic NRP).
• OR Current Licensure as a Cardiac Rescue Technician (CRT) or Paramedic from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS).
• Pass a physical ability test as required by the City of Baltimore.
• Maintain certification in Firefighter I, Responders to Hazardous Material Operations, and Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC).
• Maintain a valid Baltimore City Driver's Permit.

Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited high school or possession of a GED certificate.
• Current Licensure as a Cardiac Rescue Technician (CRT) or Paramedic from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS).
• Successfully complete a Maryland Fire and Rescue Institute (MFRI) Emergency Vehicle Operator Course (EVOC), and Defensive Driving Course, or an equivalent course acceptable to the Office of Risk Management and the Maryland Department of Motor Vehicles.
• Successfully complete any additional educational courses and skills competency evaluations required by the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS), National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT), Maryland Fire Rescue Institute (MFRI) and/or Baltimore City Fire Department (BCFD).

Skills

• Knowledge of basic and advanced life support emergency medical techniques and equipment.
• Knowledge of intravenous therapy, electrocardiogram acquisition and interpretation, cardiac defibrillation procedures, and the administration of specified medications.
• Knowledge of ambulance service regulations and procedures.
• Ability to drive an ambulance and ensure it is in serviceable condition.
• Ability to follow written and oral directions and the orders of superiors.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective professional relationships with peers and the public, particularly under stressful situations.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to learn and perform firefighting and rescue techniques.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately under stressful and emergency conditions.
• Ability to analyze emergency situations and select effective courses of action, giving regard to surrounding hazards and circumstances.
• Ability to engage in strenuous physical effort for prolonged periods as required.
• Ability to compose narratives, reports, and complete forms clearly, legibly, and accurately.
• Ability to learn, comprehend, and use basic computer commands.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, optional life, AD&D, and FSA plans.
• Wellness programs, support groups, and workshops.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $67,051.37 - $97,070.98 annually.

Schedule

Rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.