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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and compassionate Firefighter Paramedic to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for providing immediate medical care, extinguishing fires, and rescuing individuals. Many times, you will be the first emergency personnel at the scene of a traffic accident or medical call and will need to assess the patient's condition and determine a course of treatment. You will also be responsible for firefighting activities, which include driving fire trucks and other emergency vehicles and equipment. This job requires excellent physical condition and direct experience in emergency services. It also requires a calm and collected professional who can handle extreme emergency situations while providing quality medical care. You must be able to carry heavy loads, and to enter and exit dangerous situations as quickly as possible. Your ultimate goal will be to provide high-quality emergency medical care and to keep our community safe from fire hazards.
Responsibilities
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- Extinguish fires and rescue individuals.
- Operate and maintain fire and rescue equipment.
- Perform fire prevention and inspection activities.
- Prepare written reports on emergency incidents.
- Provide emergency medical care and life support to sick or injured persons.
- Transport patients to medical facilities.
- Train and educate the public about fire safety and prevention.
- Participate in physical training to maintain high levels of physical fitness.
- Maintain knowledge of current firefighting and emergency medical practices and procedures.
Requirements
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- Valid driver's license.
- State Paramedic License.
- Firefighter certification.
- Proven experience as a firefighter paramedic.
- Physical strength and stamina.
- Working knowledge of medical procedures and equipment.
- Critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent physical condition.
- Ability to stay calm and make decisions under extreme circumstances.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- How do you handle high-stress situations?
- Can you describe a time when you had to make a quick decision in an emergency?
- What steps do you take in assessing a patient's condition?
- How do you maintain your physical fitness and how do you believe it contributes to your role as a Firefighter Paramedic?
- Can you describe your experience with fire prevention and inspection activities?