PARAMEDIC

at City of Chicago in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description:

PARAMEDIC

CHICAGO FIRE DEPARTMENT

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Under general supervision, a Paramedic responds to calls for emergency medical assistance to provide pre-hospital emergency medical care. Treats sick and injured persons at fire and emergency scenes by assessing the nature and extent of illness or injury and following established protocols. Uses medical equipment and applies paramedical protocols to administer injections of medications and drugs, monitor cardiac patients and perform other required medical procedures. Prepares patients for transport to hospital facilities, placing them on a stretcher or other conveyance devices, lifting and carrying patients as required. Prepares patient care reports and other documents as required. Inspects and ensures that medical, electronic and communications equipment on an ambulance are in proper operating condition. Inspects the operational condition of ambulance and related apparatus and performs routine operator maintenance checks of ambulances. Inventories supplies on ambulance, inspects the condition and quality, and restocks supplies following each run or as required. Ensures safe operation while driving the ambulance and other vehicles to and from emergency scenes and hospitals. May participate in public education safety programs to educate the public concerning fire prevention and safety programs. Attends training classes and participates in company drills relating to paramedic protocols, hazardous materials awareness and operations, extrication and related Emergency Medical Service (EMS) operations. Performs general maintenance and cleaning of Fire Department equipment and general housekeeping of firehouse facilities. Strictly employs universal precautions, proper barrier devices and routine hand washing in the prevention of disease transmission. Performs related duties as required.

HIRING PROCESS:

Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications and attach appropriate required documentation to their application will be placed on a referral list in lottery order. As vacancies become available, applicants will be referred in lottery order to the Chicago Fire Department. Candidates must pass a background investigation, drug screen, medical examination, physical performance test and other pre-employment procedures as determined by the Chicago Fire Department.

FIRE ACADEMY:

Paramedic candidates must successfully complete all requirements of the Fire Academy.

APPLICATION PERIOD:

Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 12:00 AM (00:00) Central Daylight Time (CDT) through Friday, August 23, 2024, at 11:59PM (23:59) Central Daylight Time (CDT).

NOTE:

All applications must be completed online. All communication sent to applicants regarding the application status will be sent via e-mail to the e-mail account entered on the application.

Additional duties may be required for this position

Location: Varies

Days: Sunday – Saturday

Hours: Varies

THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE

CAREER SERVICE CAN BE OBTAINED AFTER SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETING A 9 MONTH PROBATIONARY PERIOD AND YOU MUST MAINTAIN YOUR PARAMEDIC LICENSE FOR THE DURATION OF YOUR EMPLOYMENT WITH THE CHICAGO FIRE DEPARTMENT

Qualifications:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

NOTE: Applicants MUST ATTACH a copy of ALL APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION.

1. A current, valid, State of Illinois certification as a licensed Paramedic/EMTP

2. A current, valid, U.S. driver’s license

3. Must have one (1) of the following certifications:

4. ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) certification

5. ATLS (Advanced Trauma Life Support) certification

6. BTLS (Basic Trauma Life Support)

7. PHTLS (Prehospital Trauma Life Support)

8. ITLS (International Trauma Life Support)

9. PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)

10. A CPR (Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation) certification OR BLS (Basic Life Support) provider card.

Failure to attach these documents may result in an incomplete application and you may not be considered for this position.

NOTE: If you experience difficulty attaching your required documentation, please call the Help Desk at (312) 744-4976 between the hours of 8:30am (CST) and 4:30pm (CST), Monday through Friday. You can also e-mail your documents to fire-application@cityofchicago.org . It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure the required documentation is properly attached to the application by the close of the application period.

SELECTION REQUIREMENTS

Application Evaluation: Initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application and the documents submitted. Department of Human Resource staff will review applications after the final posting date. Staff will follow all required Employment/Hiring Plan provisions, federal, state and local laws, and Collective Bargaining Agreements when applicable. Staff will apply hiring preferences as required by the municipal code. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will be placed on an eligibility list in lottery order. Placement on an eligibility list is not an offer or guarantee of an interview nor employment with the City of Chicago.

Education & Employment Requirements and Verification: You must provide information about your educational background and work experience including job titles, dates of employment (month/year), and specific job duties on your resume and/or application as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. ‘Acting Up’ cannot be considered for current City employees. Please attach all applicable transcripts, diplomas, licenses, and/or certificates as outlined on the job posting for the position you are applying for. The initial evaluation will be based on information provided and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. Employment applications lacking the required documentation will not be considered. For information regarding the required attachments, please review the description section of the job posting. Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history. If you received your degree internationally, you will be required to provide a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired.

Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following:

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: To further our commitment to hiring applicants with diverse experience the City of Chicago has adopted the following ordinances 2-74-020 and 2-74-075. The ordinances provide a preference to applicants who meet minimum qualifications to be referred to departments for consideration. Hiring preferences do not apply to bidders, as Collective Bargaining Agreements define the hiring process for bidders. For positions covered by a collective bargaining agreement, bidders will be considered before external candidates.

To honor the commitment of our veterans, the City of Chicago has amended city ordinance 2-74-020 to bolster the hiring preference for individuals who have served in the United States Armed Forces and were discharged or released therefrom under Honorable Discharge or General Discharge (Under Honorable Conditions). The City of Chicago further recognizes an individual who has completed the term of their initial contract as a Reservist or member of the National Guard and is actively serving in good standing. Veterans who claim Veteran’s preference must submit the following at the time of onboarding: DD214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty that must show the Veterans’ character of service upon discharge. If an individual