Part-Time Paramedic

Job Summary

CITY OF KINGMAN

PART-TIME PARAMEDIC

KINGMAN FIRE DEPARTMENT


$21.57/HOURLY


APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED BY 11/26/2024 at 5:00PM

YOU WILL BE NOTIFIED IF YOU ARE SELECTED FOR TESTING

TESTING IS SCHEDULED FOR TBD

Are you looking for an exciting, challenging career and using your abilities to serve our community? The City of Kingman has the perfect opportunity for you! The City of Kingman Fire Department is accepting applications from dedicated team-oriented individuals to fill current vacancies and establish a hiring register for our Part-Time Paramedic positions.

This is a part-time position. Personnel will be scheduled or called in to provide minimum staffing levels for the rapid response vehicles. This may entail 12 hour shifts that fall between Monday and Friday during the hours of 7:00am to 7:00pm.

This individual protects life and property through emergency incident intervention. Performs advanced and basic life support emergency medical care in the pre-hospital setting to assist victims of illness or injury. Conducts community risk reduction activities and community education.

OVERVIEW

The City of Kingman is located in Mohave County approximately 100 miles southeast of Las Vegas and 195 miles northwest of Phoenix nestled between the beautiful Cerbat and Hualapai mountain ranges along historic Route 66. In 2019, Reader’s Digest named Kingman one of the “Nicest Places in Arizona” for its thoughtful residents and spirit of generosity. In addition to its small-town look and feel, the area also offers a wide range of recreational activities that include hiking, bike and ATV trails, camping, golf, beautiful parks, historical attractions, nearby lakes and the Colorado River.

With more than 400 full and part-time employees across 30 divisions, the City of Kingman provides exceptional public services to over 30,000 residents. Our focus on high-quality customer service, safety and teamwork underpins our efforts to foster an atmosphere where citizens and businesses can thrive.

For more information about the City of Kingman, please see our Open Finance Portal , Choose Kingman Economic Development page and our Go Kingman tourism page for more information.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Work is performed in accordance with standard operating procedures and direction from the Company Officer either directly or through the assigned fire engineer. The Company Officer reviews work through performance reviews and conferences.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

Occasionally when temporarily assigned to functions requiring a supervisory component in the line of emergency operations.

Minimum Qualifications/Special Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Graduate from high school or GED.
• Arizona State Certification as Paramedic.
• Arizona State Certification at the Hazardous Materials Awareness Level or equivalent.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possess a valid Arizona Driver's License, or have the ability to obtain one prior to employment.
• Ability to accurately read and write the English language.
• Ability to be available as necessary for emergency call out.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills. They are intended to be accurate summaries of what the job classification involves and what is required to perform it.

• Responds to emergency and non-emergency incidents to perform EMS functions.
• Attends and participates in regular and special trainings, shift meetings, special projects and drills.
• Performs station requests for blood pressure checks.
• Writes and completes all required records and reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Performs medical skills within scope of medical certification in accordance with current medical control protocols.
• Cleans and maintains assigned apparatus and equipment; replaces medical supplies and equipment used during emergency response.
• Assists in cleaning and maintaining assigned fire station on a regular schedule to include minor maintenance and repair of quarters and grounds. Makes sound decisions and quickly reacts positively under stressful conditions which typically entail the life or well-being of a citizen or public safety member who is in danger.
• Works in a safe manner and reports unsafe activity and conditions.
• Works in support of a 48 hour, rotating shifts in support of a 24/7 emergency services department. Will be required to work early mornings, evenings, graveyards, weekends and holidays as necessitated to assigned shift rotation and schedule.
• This position is subject to emergency recall during non-scheduled working hours due to staff shortage and/or operational needs.
• Maintains professional and effective working relationships by providing exceptional customer service and must be able to harmoniously work in a team environment.
• Maintains regular attendance and punctuality for assigned schedule and recognize attendance as an essential function to ensure continuity.
• Complies with department policies, SOPs and participates in physical fitness program to maintain physical conditioning to meet physical requirements as established by a competent medical authority.
• Paramedics must perform duties within the regulations and guidelines of the State of Arizona; must maintain appropriate certification and proficiency in basic and advanced life support.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

• Assists in public education classes and station tours.
• Performs other related work as required.

WORK CONTACTS

• Considerable contact with the general public and other first responders in the field or fire station setting.
• Regular contact with other public safety and pre-hospital providers.
• Occasional contact with other city employees.

Miscellaneous

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge of medical practices, procedures and techniques and the principles, practices and methods of current firefighting techniques and fire science and Paramedic practices, procedures and techniques.
• General knowledge of purpose, operation and maintenance of response vehicles, equipment and apparatus.
• Geographical layout and familiarity of the City of Kingman and automatic response areas, street names and numbers.
• Computerized data entry and retrieval systems.
• Skill in operating the listed tools and equipment.
• Reading maps, using computer keyboard, typing and maintaining electronic files and records.
• Simultaneously interacting with people from varying agencies, assessing situations and acting in accordance with the level of urgency.
• Remaining calm and composed during emergencies while reacting quickly, calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Perform general math calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Effectively learn how to operate and maintain assigned fire department EMS equipment.
• Perform with a high degree of physical and mental alertness.
• React quickly, calmly and appropriately in emergency situations.
• Maintain certifications as required.
• Read general correspondence, maps, medical terminology and abbreviations, policies, procedures, code books, and memorandums.

COMMITMENT TO SAFETY AND WELLNESS
It is the policy of the City of Kingman to ensure a safe, healthful workplace for all its employees. It requires that every person in the organization assumes the responsibility of individual and organizational safety. Injury and illness losses from incidents are costly and preventable. The City of Kingman will employ an effective accident and illness prevention program and a comprehensive wellness program that involves all its employees in the effort to eliminate workplace hazards and promote employee health and wellness.

All employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and wellness program activities including the following: reporting hazards, unsafe work practices and accidents immediately to their supervisors or a safety committee representative; wearing required personal protective equipment; and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics attached to the job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the position changes.

FIND YOUR REWARDING CAREER WITH US!
Personal Growth Opportunities ~ Meaningful and Challenging Work ~ Public Service
Community Spirit ~ Training and Development

This position is not eligible for benefits except for AZ Sick Leave Accruals earned @ 1hr for every 30 hrs worked.

Closing Date/Time: 11/26/2024 5:00 PM Arizona

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