About this opportunity
Town of Yarmouth lists this Firefighter/Paramedic opportunity in yarmouth port, Massachusetts. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Firefighter/ParamedicThe Town of Yarmouth is now accepting applications for the position of full-time Firefighter/Paramedic. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, performing emergency aid activities including administering first aid and resuscitation; delegate duties to Firefighter/EMTs; administer Advanced Life Support when required; performs triage and prioritizes medical needs of multiple patients; call for additional rescues when needed; communicate by radio or telephone to emergency room of local hospital. Perform emergency rescue and extrication work, in accidents involving elevators, machinery, motor vehicles and the like; search and remove persons from entrapment in buildings.Recommended Minimum Qualifications:Applicants must be at least 19 years of age and have a high school diploma or equivalent.Possess a valid motor vehicle license.Certification for Emergency Medical Technician ParamedicMust be able to pass the Massachusetts Firefighter Physical Ability Test as well as a Fitness Medical Examination.Candidates should have the ability to multi-task and maintain composure in stressful situations.Lateral Transfers:Credit for service at a career department of up to 10 years for base pay and vacation timeMust have attended a full-time fire academyPro Board Firefighter 1 and 2 CertificationApplication Procedure:Employment application forms can be found at Submit completed employment application form, resume, cover letter, and any certifications to with "Firefighter/Paramedic" in the subject line and include your full name, address, phone number and email address on the cover letter and resume.The Town of Yarmouth is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans/M/F. We encourage Veterans and those with Disabilities to apply. Applications are reviewed confidentially. Applicants that require accommodation in the job application process are encouraged to contact us at x1274 or email for assistance.
Worksite address
yarmouth port, MA, 02675, US
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