Job Overview
Employment Type
Temporary
Hourly
Part-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $24.00 - $27.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Life insurance
Training and development opportunities
Employee assistance program
Job Description
The City of Glendale Fire Department is a reputable municipal agency dedicated to ensuring public safety through exceptional fire and emergency medical services. Known for its commitment to community welfare, the department operates a range of emergency response units including firefighting and emergency medical teams. As an organization, it upholds values of professionalism, respect, and integrity, striving to deliver exceptional service to the diverse population it serves. The Glendale Fire Department continuously invests in comprehensive training and advanced resources to prepare its staff to meet the dynamic challenges of emergency response in a timely and effective manner.
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Job Requirements
- At least 18 years of age
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid EMT certification issued by approved California certifying entity
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card
- Valid California Class C driver's license with acceptable history
- Valid California Motor Vehicle Ambulance Certification endorsement by submission deadline
- Ability to work any shift including weekends, holidays, and overtime
- Physical ability to lift and transport patients
- Good moral character without criminal history
- Ability to operate an ambulance and other motor-driven equipment
- Willingness to assume responsibility for safe working environment
- Ability to work 24 and 12-hour shifts as required
- Compliance with Glendale Fire Department tattoo policy
- Completion of background check including Livescan and polygraph
- Ability to perform under stressful conditions
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Valid State of California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification
- Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR card
- Valid California Class C driver's license with acceptable driving history
- Valid California Motor Vehicle Ambulance Certification endorsement
- Knowledge of emergency medical services procedures
- Ability to operate emergency vehicles under normal and emergency conditions
- Ability to communicate clearly via radio
- Ability to work well with others and the public
- Good physical condition
- Ethical conduct and commitment to customer service
- Experience in a 911 EMT role is highly desirable
- Completion of California Fire Academy is desirable
- Bilingual abilities are a plus
Job Duties
- Provide emergency medical care to ill or injured patients within scope of EMT-1 certification
- Assist firefighter/paramedics with medical and health care services
- Operate emergency medical ambulance safely to and from emergency scenes
- Transport patients to hospitals or other emergency care facilities
- Monitor and operate radio and communication equipment
- Prepare incident reports for billing and record keeping
- Maintain patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA
- Participate in station housekeeping, cooking, and maintenance activities
- Facilitate and participate in training sessions
- Maintain station facilities and equipment
- Receive and stock medical and station supplies
- Perform basic maintenance on apparatus and facilities
- Operate motor-driven equipment, including ambulances and utility vehicles
- Assist other divisions of the fire department as needed
- Perform other related duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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