Fire EMS Intern (part-time/temporary)

About the Department

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment; Possess a high school diploma or equivalent; Possess a current CPR card (must be maintained for the duration of assignment); and Possess a California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license with accreditation in San Diego County at time of hire (must be maintained for the duration of assignment) Highly Desirable Qualifications Employment experience working as an EMT on a Santee-Lakeside Emergency Medical Services (SLEMSA) transport unit Qualified to complete the internship phase of an accredited San Diego County paramedic training program Completion of paramedic training ride-alongs with the City of Santee Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This position requires working outside in inclement weather with significant noise, fumes, odors and dust levels. Inherent to this position is the response to emergency calls at all hours within a 24-hour shift. There is the potential for exposure to environmental, physical, chemical hazards and communicable diseases. Also, extended periods of walking, riding in emergency apparatus, standing, sitting, bending, stooping and crouching associated with firefighting and emergency response in extreme conditions are required. The mental functions include reading, writing, mathematical computations, problem solving, map reading, managing multiple projects, decision making under difficult and possibly hazardous conditions. In addition, all candidates must possess and maintain the physical abilities to perform the duties identified in NFPA 1001 Standard for Fire Fighter Professional Qualifications.
• Must be at least 18 years of age at time of appointment; Possess a high school diploma or equivalent; Possess a current CPR card (must be maintained for the duration of assignment); and Possess a California Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) license with accreditation in San Diego County at time of hire (must be maintained for the duration of assignment)