Community paramedic

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  Why Come Work for Clackamas Fire District


Join the forefront of emergency response with Clackamas Fire District, one of Oregon's largest and most dynamic fire protection districts. We are at the heart of community safety, proudly serving nearly 250,000 residents across a diverse 303-square-mile area.

 
Our expansive service area is a tapestry of vibrant communities, including Gladstone, Happy Valley, Johnson City, Milwaukie, Oregon City, and Sandy, along with numerous thriving unincorporated areas. This diversity not only enriches our work but also challenges and hones our skills in unique ways, making us adaptable and proficient in a wide range of emergency scenarios.

 
Our team includes dedicated individuals that serve across a variety of disciplines, providing high-quality internal and external customer service. Our firefighters expertly handle tens of thousands of incidents annually from 24 strategically located fire stations. Fire Marshal, public education, and wildland personnel protect our communities through risk reduction activities. Our support and administrative personnel are the backbone of our mission, using their technical expertise and skills to keep our systems, infrastructure, equipment, and people functioning efficiently and enable our firefighters to perform at their best.

 
At Clackamas Fire District, our commitment goes beyond the call of duty:

 

We are a family of professionals, united by our purpose, ' Sworn to Serve, Dedicated to Save, ' driving us to excel in saving lives and protecting property.

Innovation, accountability, and teamwork are not just concepts but the pillars of our operational excellence, ensuring we remain at the cutting edge of fire and emergency services.

Our values are embodied in ' TEAMS': Trust, Empowerment, Accountability, Mindset, and Service . These values are the compass guiding our actions, fostering a culture where open communication, critical thinking, and exceptional service are the norms.

We are deeply invested in the personal and professional growth of our team, understanding that their well-being directly translates to the quality of service we provide to our community.

Our relentless pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our work is driven by a singular goal: to earn and maintain the unwavering trust of the communities we serve, ensuring their safety and resilience.

By choosing a career with Clackamas Fire District, you're not just joining a team; you're becoming part of a family dedicated to making a significant impact in the lives of others and the safety of our community.

Under the general supervision of the Division Chief – EMS, the Community Paramedic provides follow-up assessments and treatment, in partnership with other health professionals. To provide access to care, while lessening the burden on the 911 system. These services include but are not limited to the post-COVID impacts of disease management and education, prevention and wellness, mental health, and home safety evaluations.

The functions listed below are characteristic of the type and level of work associated with this position. They are not all-inclusive. Individual may perform some or all, as well as other similar work.

• Performs essential functions of a paramedic
• Examines, screens, treats and coordinates health services for patients
• Performs initial in-home assessments and on-going home visits as appropriate
• Conducts follow-up visits to promote continuity of care for substance abuse disorders, mental health, elderly care and other conditions.
• Utilizes record management systems to document treatment, actions and response data for coordination with the Fire District, physicians and case manager.
• Performs prevention and education duties to the public, addressing various social determinates of health.
• Administers patient care consistent with EMS protocols and Fire District policies
• Coordinates appointments and follow-up with case workers, physicians and other health care professionals
• Completes other required reports and documentation.
• Attends meetings as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Desired Competencies:

• Action Oriented
• Compassion
• Ethics and Values
• Integrity and Trust
• Approachability
• Composure
• Problem Solving
• Time Management
• Understanding Others
• Customer Focus
• Managing Diversity
• Listening

• High School Diploma, GED, or College Degree
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
• One year of experience in the healthcare field 
• Paramedic License or NREMT License at the time of application

• Trained and/or experience as a Community Health Worker
• Additional training in Community Paramedicine
• Knowledge, experience and understanding related to current EMS practices, including current standards of care for cardiac, medical, trauma, obstetric, pediatric and geriatric emergencies
• Ability to remain calm in emergency situations
• Ability to read and understand, and communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Bilingual 
• AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification or equivalent
• AHA Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification or equivalent
• Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification or equivalent

Questions regarding this position can be directed to :

Division Chief Rick Huffman
Clackamas Fire District

Emergency Medical Services

Telephone:

How to Apply

To apply for this position, click on the 'Apply' button to fill out all information in the online application and complete the questionnaire. Failure to do so may result in your application being removed from consideration.

A resume and a cover letter are required to be submitted with your application. The cover letter should be no more than two pages in length and describe how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position and why you are the ideal candidate for this position. 

After you Apply

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Be sure to check both your email and NeoGov account for updates regarding this recruitment.

Recruitment Timeline

June 2, 2024 Close Date

Week of June 10, 2024 Invitation for Spark Hire one way video interview

Week of June 16, 2024 Spark Hire recorded interviews deadline

Week of June 24, 2024 Review of Spark Hire recorded interviews

Week of July 8, 2024 Chiefs Interview (in-person)

Week of July 15, 2024 Contingent offer - pre-employment authorization process

August 1, 2024 Tentative Start Date

• Completed electronic application
• Resume.
• Cover Letter. The cover letter should be one page in length and describe how you meet the minimum qualification of the position and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.
• Upload a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college degree
• Upload a copy of your State of Oregon Paramedic License or NREMT Paramedic License (or equivalent). In order to qualify as a Paramedic in the State of Oregon, you must also possess an associate degree or higher.
• Veteran documentation. To receive veteran preference points, you must upload appropriate documentation as outlined by the Department of Administrative Services

• Valid driver's license & acceptable driving record
• Successfully pass a background check clearance
• Successfully complete a pre-employment NFPA 1582 Physical
• Pre-employment drug screen
• Successfully complete psychological profile evaluation

Additional information

Please save a copy of this job announcement for your reference, as it may not be available for you to view after the job closes.

Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For further information, please see the following website: Veterans Resources . NOTE: If claiming veterans’ preference please be sure to attach your DD214 or Disability letter from the VA.

Clackamas Fire District does not offer VISA sponsorships. Within three days of hire, you will be required to complete the US Department of Homeland Security's I-9 form confirming authorization to work in the United States. Clackamas Fire District will review these documents to confirm that you are authorized to work in the United States.

If you wish to identify yourself as an individual with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and will be requesting accommodation, please contact the Clackamas Fire District Human Resources Division by calling .

Clackamas Fire District will conduct criminal background checks on final candidates. All applicants are subject to additional pre-employment check(s) such as driver's license, drug screening, employment history verification, reference checks, and education verification, as required for the position.

Clackamas Fire District is an equal opportunity employer committed to work force diversity, fair employment practices and non-discrimination, including pay equity for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, family status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or source of income.

Clackamas Fire District is a drug-free workplace.