What are the responsibilities and job description for the TEST - FFP position at Longboat Key, Town of (FL)?
JOB
The Town of Longboat Key is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, who provides hiring preference to eligible veterans and their family members, and has a strong drug free workplace and alcohol abuse policy. Additionally, where appropriate, the Town may waive post-secondary education requirements for certain servicemembers and veterans.Position Title: Firefighter Paramedic Date Posted: January 29, 2024Salary Exempt: $61,319.73Probation Period: One YearPension: Florida Retirement System (FRS)Position: TBDThe Town of Longboat Key is accepting applications for Full-Time Firefighter Paramedics in our Fire Department through the NTN website only . An employment physical and drug-screening test will be required.Applicants must have FireTEAM Testing and NTN issued CPAT – all applicants must apply through NTN at the following website. www.nationaltestingnetwork.com A Town of Longboat Key employment application must be completed and submitted to be eligible for an interview. EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEESSupports the organization’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: Be Service MindedValue TeamworkBe ProfessionalHave the Utmost IntegrityDemonstrates Mutual RespectBring a Positive Attitude to WorkEmbrace Continuous Improvement FUNCTIONUnder the direction of the Fire Chief and the supervision of the Station Officer, responsible for the protection of life and property through the combating, extinguishing, and preventing of fires.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES This is skilled, specialized work of varied difficulty in preventing, suppressing and extinguishing fires; performing rescue and emergency medical services and/or performing special assignment duties in support of fire-rescue operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSResponds to alarms and performs duties on the alarm scene as well as in the station as assigned and supervised by the officer in charge. Maintains a thorough knowledge of basic fire fighting curriculum and skills. Directly responsible to the medical control hospital on the scene of a medical emergency. Responsible at the scene of a medical emergency, promptly treats any sick or injured person and/or oversees fire fighters and EMTs in the treatment of any sick or injured person. Performs Paramedic skills and procedures in emergencies, as applicable under Florida statues. o Control the scene of illness or injury. o Assess the patient's condition. o Establish and maintain a patent airway. o Ventilate the patient. o Administer oxygen to the patient. o Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation. o Control assessable bleeding. o Treat shock. o Treat poisoning victims. o Dress and bandage wounds. o Splint fractures. o Recognize and treat medical emergencies. o Recognize and treat environmental emergencies. o Provide obstetrical assistance. o Care for newborn and premature infants. o Execute proper rescue and extrication techniques. o Recognize and interpret an EKG. o Administer D.C. electrical counter shock (defibrillate/cardio version). o Administer intravenous electrolyte or glucose solutions. o Perform gastric suction by intubation. o Perform esophageal intubations. * Administers any of the following classes of drugs: o Antiarrhythmic agents o Vagolytic agents o Choronotropic agents o Alkalinizing agents o Vasopressor agents o Diuretics o Narcotic antagonists o Anti-convulsive agents o Analgesic agents o Other drugs as deemed necessary by the medical director, subject to the provisions of applicable Florida statutes. Maintains American Heart Association CPR Basic Rescuer card. Maintains American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life support provider certification. Maintains Paramedic certification. Insures that deficiencies in ambulance and equipment are reported to supervisor. Ensures protective gear, clothing, tools, and apparatus are in proper working order. Report to work as required by the Disaster Plan Recovery Guide and regular attendance during normal work schedule other than excused or work-related absences. Attend Pump Operations and Hydraulic class provided by department Attends mandatory training Performs Annual Fire Inspections and Pre-plan Assignments. Any other functions deemed essential by the Town and communicated to the employee by his/her supervisor or department head. OTHER TASKSEvery incidental duty connected with this position cannot be specified in the job description and an employee, at the discretion of the Town, may be required to perform duties that are not included in this job description.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in a variety of locations, inside and outside, as required. Emergencies may require a return to work or longer than normal hours. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED Florida Paramedic certification. Florida Fire fighters' Standards certification. valid Florida Drivers License, Class E endorsement. (MVR background check).Must possess/obtain EVOC card (16 hours). Must be able to successfully negotiate the basic training program as conducted by the the department including but not limited to a successful completion of the Paramedic Field Training Program. Ability to develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of basic firefighting skills and knowledge. Hepatitis B vaccination, proof of same, or signed Acknowledgement declining the vaccination (see attached Information to Employees - Hepatitis B) must be provided prior to assuming Town duties. The Town is a Drug Free Workplace, in compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, in § 440.102, FS and Rules 59A-24 F.A.C (Florida Administrative Code). State and federal laws and regulations may subject certain employees to additional drug testing requirements. Any employee who violates the program is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
The Town of Longboat Key is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, who provides hiring preference to eligible veterans and their family members, and has a strong drug free workplace and alcohol abuse policy. Additionally, where appropriate, the Town may waive post-secondary education requirements for certain servicemembers and veterans.Position Title: Firefighter Paramedic Date Posted: January 29, 2024Salary Exempt: $61,319.73Probation Period: One YearPension: Florida Retirement System (FRS)Position: TBDThe Town of Longboat Key is accepting applications for Full-Time Firefighter Paramedics in our Fire Department through the NTN website only . An employment physical and drug-screening test will be required.Applicants must have FireTEAM Testing and NTN issued CPAT – all applicants must apply through NTN at the following website. www.nationaltestingnetwork.com A Town of Longboat Key employment application must be completed and submitted to be eligible for an interview. EXPECTATIONS FOR ALL EMPLOYEESSupports the organization’s mission, vision and values by exhibiting the following behaviors: Be Service MindedValue TeamworkBe ProfessionalHave the Utmost IntegrityDemonstrates Mutual RespectBring a Positive Attitude to WorkEmbrace Continuous Improvement FUNCTIONUnder the direction of the Fire Chief and the supervision of the Station Officer, responsible for the protection of life and property through the combating, extinguishing, and preventing of fires.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES This is skilled, specialized work of varied difficulty in preventing, suppressing and extinguishing fires; performing rescue and emergency medical services and/or performing special assignment duties in support of fire-rescue operations. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSResponds to alarms and performs duties on the alarm scene as well as in the station as assigned and supervised by the officer in charge. Maintains a thorough knowledge of basic fire fighting curriculum and skills. Directly responsible to the medical control hospital on the scene of a medical emergency. Responsible at the scene of a medical emergency, promptly treats any sick or injured person and/or oversees fire fighters and EMTs in the treatment of any sick or injured person. Performs Paramedic skills and procedures in emergencies, as applicable under Florida statues. o Control the scene of illness or injury. o Assess the patient's condition. o Establish and maintain a patent airway. o Ventilate the patient. o Administer oxygen to the patient. o Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation. o Control assessable bleeding. o Treat shock. o Treat poisoning victims. o Dress and bandage wounds. o Splint fractures. o Recognize and treat medical emergencies. o Recognize and treat environmental emergencies. o Provide obstetrical assistance. o Care for newborn and premature infants. o Execute proper rescue and extrication techniques. o Recognize and interpret an EKG. o Administer D.C. electrical counter shock (defibrillate/cardio version). o Administer intravenous electrolyte or glucose solutions. o Perform gastric suction by intubation. o Perform esophageal intubations. * Administers any of the following classes of drugs: o Antiarrhythmic agents o Vagolytic agents o Choronotropic agents o Alkalinizing agents o Vasopressor agents o Diuretics o Narcotic antagonists o Anti-convulsive agents o Analgesic agents o Other drugs as deemed necessary by the medical director, subject to the provisions of applicable Florida statutes. Maintains American Heart Association CPR Basic Rescuer card. Maintains American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life support provider certification. Maintains Paramedic certification. Insures that deficiencies in ambulance and equipment are reported to supervisor. Ensures protective gear, clothing, tools, and apparatus are in proper working order. Report to work as required by the Disaster Plan Recovery Guide and regular attendance during normal work schedule other than excused or work-related absences. Attend Pump Operations and Hydraulic class provided by department Attends mandatory training Performs Annual Fire Inspections and Pre-plan Assignments. Any other functions deemed essential by the Town and communicated to the employee by his/her supervisor or department head. OTHER TASKSEvery incidental duty connected with this position cannot be specified in the job description and an employee, at the discretion of the Town, may be required to perform duties that are not included in this job description.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed in a variety of locations, inside and outside, as required. Emergencies may require a return to work or longer than normal hours. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSREQUIRED Florida Paramedic certification. Florida Fire fighters' Standards certification. valid Florida Drivers License, Class E endorsement. (MVR background check).Must possess/obtain EVOC card (16 hours). Must be able to successfully negotiate the basic training program as conducted by the the department including but not limited to a successful completion of the Paramedic Field Training Program. Ability to develop and maintain a thorough knowledge of basic firefighting skills and knowledge. Hepatitis B vaccination, proof of same, or signed Acknowledgement declining the vaccination (see attached Information to Employees - Hepatitis B) must be provided prior to assuming Town duties. The Town is a Drug Free Workplace, in compliance with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, in § 440.102, FS and Rules 59A-24 F.A.C (Florida Administrative Code). State and federal laws and regulations may subject certain employees to additional drug testing requirements. Any employee who violates the program is subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.
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