Firefighter Paramedic - Lateral Applicants Only
Full Time
Moraga, CA 94556
Posted
Job description
Description
MORAGA ORINDA FIRE DISTRICT
Invites applicants for
Firefighter Paramedic - Lateral Applicants Only
Final Filing Deadline: Sunday, April 30, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.
To apply for this excellent opportunity, please click, "apply" above
Salary listed above is inclusive of the Fire Retirement Allotment (FRA)
To view the salary schedule, please click here
Please note that a future salary increase of 5% is scheduled on July 1, 2023
PLEASE READ ALL THE INFORMATION IN THIS ANNOUNCEMENT
CAREFULLY
AS THERE ARE REQUIRED DOCUMENTS YOU WILL NEED TO ATTACH TO YOUR EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION
TENTATIVE EVALUATION DATES
*Dates are subject to change*
Oral Board Interviews: week of May 8, 2023 (in-person)
Paramedic Field Evaluation: week of May 22, 2023 (in-person)
**Following the filing deadline of 4/30/23 @ 11:59 p.m., applications will be screened against the criteria outlined in this announcement. Applications submitted without the required documents, certifications/licenses
will be considered incomplete and will not be placed in the pool of qualified candidates**
For District benefit information, click the benefits tab above
Employee share of retirement payments for fiscal year 2022/2023:
PEPRA members, 2.7%@57 (new members of a defined benefit plan);
employee monthly contribution is 17.37% per month
LEGACY members, 3%@50 (prior membership with CCCERA/reciprocal system before 2013);
Employee contribution rates vary - please see the benefits tab above for rate information
Examples of Duties
Under direction, will perform tasks related to the safety of others in the Moraga/Orinda Fire District including fire calls, EMS calls, and public service.
Note: Due to the nature of this profession, the environment may require the employee to perform tasks alone which would generally be performed with the assistance another.
- Works a 48/96 shift, which are back-to-back 24-hour shifts, followed by 96 hours off.
- Performs daily medical equipment check to ensure that supplies are fully stocked.
- Performs daily check of medical equipment to ensure that batteries are charged, inventory is complete, and all equipment is in working order.
- Participates in daily/weekly/monthly apparatus checks and assists the Fire Fighter/Engineer(s) in checking fluid levels, inspecting for leaks, checking for potential maintenance problems, etc.
- Performs station maintenance including housekeeping duties such as waxing floors, sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, wiping down wall surfaces, cleaning kitchens, cleaning rest rooms, preparing meals, yard work, etc.
- Under the direction of a ranking officer (Captain), the Employee takes orders to perform under their supervision; however, at time the Employee is expected to use personal judgment and respond appropriately to situations.
- Paramedics are tested on County protocol for emergency care and must meet continuing education requirements every two years. Paramedics are involved in CQI review to review the quality of response and administered care to ensure that County protocols have been followed.
- Perform at least 60 minutes of exercise per day, with 30 minutes of recovery and hygiene.
- Participates in and annual/medical physical and physical fitness evaluation to monitor health and fitness of employee.
- Drills are performed on approximately 2/3 of the workdays each month using equipment that would be used in emergency situations. Drills last from one to six hours per day, and may be interrupted by emergency calls. The following are typical training drills, which represent procedures performed in actual emergency situations.
- Hose drills involve laying 2 ½" or Large Diameter Hose (LDH) hose (supply lines from hydrant to pumper), and pulling 2 ½", 1 ¾, 1 ½", 1", and 3/4" hose (pumper to nozzle). The hoses vary in pressure, depending on the diameter of the hose, ranging from 95-200 psi. Employee also performs various other drills to practice hose pump operations.
- Ladder drills involve the transferring and positioning of hydraulic or manual ladders. Hydraulic ladders are operated from the aerial truck and are operated by lever controls. Manual ground ladders range in height from 12 to 35 feet and vary in weight depending on construction. Ladders may be put into operation by Employee alone, or with up to two other Employees dependent on the ladder selected. Ground ladders are be transferred manually for varying distances and then placed upright in the desired position.
- Breathing apparatus drills require the Employee to remove breathing apparatus equipment from the storage compartments and then place the breathing apparatus equipment into operation on the Employee's person. The Employee would check for proper operation, and practice the proper use of breathing apparatus during emergency situations.
- Extrication drills include the operation of extrication equipment. Using a wrecked vehicle, the Employee tests and practices the use of power tools which are used to remove people trapped in vehicles due to vehicle accidents. Tools include hydraulic tools and 12v electric cutting tools.
- Ventilation drills require the use of ground ladders, large blowers, axes, and chain saws to practice proper procedures for cutting structures and setting up equipment. Ventilation procedures may require the employee to be on flat or pitched roofs, and in attics or crawl spaces.
- High and low angle rescue drills require repelling and belaying with the aid of harnesses, and the use of technical systems for lowering and/or hauling (removing trapped persons or animals).
- EMS drills require the Employee to demonstrate proper method of CPR, use of automatic defibrillators, IV set up, gurney use and operation, and knowledge of the use of EMS equipment.
- In an emergency situation, may enter a building or structure to remove persons or animals, and to perform salvage operation (de-watering) which requires the use of salvage covers (water tarps) and a water vacuum to remove water and prevent damage. When entering a hazardous atmosphere, the Employee would use the "two in/two out" standard which requires that two Firefighters are outside of the IDLH atmosphere for every two entering, except in known rescue situations.
- May be on roofs flat or pitched, in attics, and in crawl spaces, to perform various details mentioned above.
- In an emergency situation is responsible for assessing victims' injuries, taking blood pressure, performing CPR, setting up emergency IVs and transporting patients on gurneys and into paramedic vehicles. The Candidate Paramedic must have a complete understanding of all County protocols and perform all protocols and skills allowed and required in the County. The Candidate would be responsible for patient care on ALS (Advanced Life Support) patients, would prepare patient for transport when required, and would make appropriate decision regarding which facility to transfer patient to based on County protocol.
- After emergency calls, all reports and documents are written and filed including the PCR (Patient Care Report) which is left at the hospital after transport. Upon returning to quarters, a computer generated report is to be completed within 24 hours.
- After emergency calls, all equipment on the vehicles is cleaned and returned to service, and first aid items are replenished. All hoses and nozzles are cleaned, and all equipment and supplies are replaced, including filling the air tanks on breathing apparatus.
Note: Due to the nature of this profession, the environment may require the employee to perform tasks alone which would generally be performed with the assistance another.
Typical Qualifications
Each applicant must meet the following required qualifications in order to be considered:
- 18 years of age & High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Possession of a valid California Driver's License or the ability to obtain a valid California Driver's License within 60 days of employment. The ability to obtain a firefighters endorsement within 18 months of employment.
- Currently employed with another fire agency as a full-time paid Firefighter Paramedic in good standing and non-probationary. At least eighteen (18) months of continuous experience as a full time paid Firefighter Paramedic is required.
- Possession of a valid California EMT-Paramedic License or the ability to obtain a California EMT-Paramedic License at the time of field evaluation.
- Current ACLS & CPR certification.
- Successful completion of the Cal-JAC Candidate Physical Ability Test (CPAT) between May 1, 2022 and April 30, 2023.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain accreditation as a Contra Costa County Paramedic by completion of the District orientation period.
- Possession of a Firefighter I certification.
Supplemental Information
Please attach the following documents to your employment application:
**Applications submitted without the required documents, certifications/licenses
will be considered incomplete and will not be placed in the pool of qualified candidates**
1. Cover Letter & Resume
2. EMT-Paramedic License
3. ACLS/CPR Certifications
4. CPAT Card
5. Valid Driver's License
6. Firefighter I Certification
Veterans' Hiring Preference
Pursuant to MOFD District Policy 21, veterans having served in the United States Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, Space Force or Coast Guard in time of war, in any expedition of the Armed Forces of the United States, or have been on continuous active duty for more than 180 days, or being a disabled veteran and have received a discharge or release from active duty under honorable conditions and have competed in an open recruitment process and have submitted acceptable documentary evidence demonstrating eligibility prior to the final deadline of this recruitment (April 30, 2023 @ 11:59 p.m.) and having achieved a minimum passing final examination score and meet all other qualifications for placement on the eligibility list will receive five additional points added to their final examination score.
Background Check
Candidates considered for employment will be required to undergo an extensive background investigation, a psychological exam, a thorough medical examination and a pre-employment drug screening.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
The Moraga-Orinda Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
The Moraga-Orinda Fire District is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or selection process
may contact Human Resources at (925) 258-4521.
Disclaimer Notice
The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, and functions listed on this job description are representative only, and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. The Employer reserves the right to revise the job description as necessary.
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