Emergency Medical Technician · Expired

We Are Seeking

Gilbert Fire & Rescue's Transportation Division is hiring Transportation Emergency Medical Technicians to staff our dedicated civilian EMS units.This is a full-time, 56-hour EMT role working alongside licensed paramedics within a 911 Emergency response system. The Department operates six medic units across eleven stations under direct medical oversight.

This recruitment will establish an eligibility list from which we will fill vacancies as they open over the coming months.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: - Provides emergency medical services treatment, and transportation in accordance with Arizona laws, Arizona Department of Health Services rules and regulations, regional protocols, Fire and Rescue Department policies and procedures, and base station medical direction. - Administers emergency medical care utilizing accepted guidelines of basic life support procedures in treating the sick and injured. - Performs cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and inserts various oral airway adjuncts within the scope of practice; applies various splints, backboards, and cervical collars. - Drives/operates Fire and Rescue Department transportation vehicles. - Maintains minimum inventory/stock of emergency medical services equipment and supplies. - Participates in emergency medical services training programs, community service/public safety education events and other related programs. - Supports firefighting crews in performing non-firefighting-related duties (e.g. rehabilitation sector, medical assistance, etc.); develops an understanding of emergency scene operations and Incident Command System. - View the full job description. This position is FLSA non-exempt, eligible for overtime. This position works a 48-hour schedule with 4-days off, with an average of 112-hours per pay period.

The annualized pay range of the positions is $60,968.96 - $88,391.68 when working the full schedule with overtime pay included.

Anticipated Recruiting Timeline: Posting Closes: July 5 Virtual Interview Invites Sent by: July 9 Virtual Interview Submission Deadline: July 15 In-Person Interviews: Week of August 3 Please note - this timeline is subject to change and is for planning purposes only

About You

You are someone who...

• Delivers high-quality service. You have drive, determination, and a self-disciplined approach to achieving the results necessary for successful job performance.
• Brings accountability to work. While the pace of the work is faster than average, you never compromise quality.
• Is concerned with accuracy. The duties of this job require a high degree of specialized expertise and skill in maintaining established standards of quality and accuracy.

_If you are a certified EMT ready to work in a professional, team-oriented EMS division, we encourage you to apply!_Here are our qualification requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age at the time of hire
• Valid Arizona Driver's License by hire date - a 36-month motor vehicle record will be obtained during the pre-employment screening process; a satisfactory driving history is required for hire.
• Possess a current Arizona Emergency Medical Technician - Basic Certification or National Registry EMT in good standing at the time of application
• Possess a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Professional Provider certification from American Heart Association or American Safety and Health Institute
• To be eligible, incumbents cannot be on the Office of Inspector General (OIG) list of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)
• Experience in a pre-hospital emergency or interfacility care setting is preferred; however, all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply.

*This position requires a pre-employment physical, drug screen, and fingerprinting.*

Why Team Gilbert?

Gilbert Fire & Rescue Transportation offers a career-grade EMS environment with stable scheduling, strong benefits, and the support of a well-resourced municipal agency. In addition to a competitive hourly rate, Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package including self-funded medical and dental plans, life insurance, disability coverage, pension, and tuition reimbursement. Learn more in the presentation below:

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We Are Here to Help!

Gilbert is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. If any reasonable accommodation is needed during the application and interview process, please contact our People Team (Human Resources) at 480-503-6823. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Gilbert provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Gilbert offers a comprehensive benefits package for qualifying positions that includes medical and dental insurance, life insurance, disability, pension, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, babies at work, and more!  Click Here to see a list of our benefit offerings at-a-glance, or visit our website to see our full employee benefits guide.