Fireline EMT - American Ambulance of Visalia

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Emergency Patient Transport: Transport injured or sick individuals from the fireline to fire camp or medical facilities.
2. First Aid Assessment: Determine the nature and extent of illness or injury to establish first aid procedures.
3. On-Site First Aid: Administer prescribed first-aid treatment at the site of emergency, or in specially equipped vehicles.
4. Medical Expertise: Apply knowledge of pathophysiology and related disease processes of the acute patient.
5. Effective Communication: Communicate and develop interpersonal relationships with medical unit leaders and other interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
6. Equipment Care: Maintain and care for equipment and vehicles by completing daily, weekly, and monthly rig checks, promptly reporting any issues.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. EMS Experience: Ambulance and EMS experience is preferred.
2. Wilderness Medicine: Wilderness medicine experience is preferred.
3. Adaptability: Ability to function independently and comfortably in a wilderness setting.
4. Self-Motivation: Self-motivated to learn about the intricacies of the fire industry.
5. Calm Under Pressure: Capable of staying calm in stressful situations and calling in multiple resources as needed.
6. Organizational Skills: Ability to stay organized and follow a chain of command, including Incident Command System (ICS) procedures.
7. Reliability: Trustworthy and forthcoming in all responsibilities.
8. Availability: Able to work 14-21 consecutive days.
9. Camping Skills: Willing and able to camp out and sleep in a tent.

REQUIREMENTS BEFORE HIRE:

1. Licensing: Hold a California EMT License associated with any California LEMSA.
2. Certifications: Possess a current BLS Certification.
3. Driving: If you have a California driver's license, you must have an Ambulance Driver's Certification and a Clean Driving Record.
4. Training: Attend our Fireline EMS Refresher in April 2024 (invitations will be sent after the first interview).
5. Safety Certification: Complete Incident Safety Awareness for the Hired Vendor Class and RT-130 | Wildland Fire Safety Annual Refresher during our Fireline EMS Refresher.
6. Physical Fitness: Pass the NWCG Work Capacity Test at the arduous level, which involves a 3-mile walk under 45 minutes while carrying a 45-pound pack, available in-house during our Fireline EMS Refresher.

REQUIREMENTS BEFORE FIRST DAY OF WORK:

1. Firefighter Training: Complete the online S-130 - Firefighter Training and S-190 - Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior courses.
2. Incident Command System: Complete online courses, including ICS - 100, ICS - 200, ICS - 700, and ICS - 800, introducing you to the Incident Command System and National Incident Management System.

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Driving Skills: Experience in driving 4WD vehicles or UTVs.
2. Trailer Handling: Proficiency in towing and backing trailers.
3. Rescue Certifications: Possession of certifications such as High Angle Rope Rescue Technician, LARRO | Low Angle Rope Rescue Operator, Swiftwater Rescue Technician.
4. ROHVA Certificate: Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROHVA) Certificate.

PERKS:

1. Team Environment: Work alongside fun, outdoorsy co-workers from across the country.
2. Flexible Location: Live anywhere, as long as you have reliable transportation to reach our home base in Visalia, CA when called out for an assignment.
3. Varied Work: Operate on 4x4 ambulances, 4x4 mobile treatment centers, UTVs, and mobile medical units (clinics).
4. Outdoor Lifestyle: Embrace the opportunity to work and sleep outdoors.
5. Meals Provided: Enjoy provided meals during your assignments.