Single Function Paramedic FY24-Q4

Position Purpose

The Single Function Paramedic (SF-PM) is a non-firefighter position that provides ALS care and transport of patients in the Dallas Fire-Rescue EMS system SF-PM may deliver expanded role emergency medical services such as emergency incident rehabilitation, mobile integrated healthcare, and injury reduction/prevention programs. The SF-PM is required to perform conscientiously, proficiently and as a part of a two-person team at any and all assignments and duties. The SF-PM is responsible for recognizing the importance placed on activities by the public and for tactful and respectful treatment of citizens.

**PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION WITHOUT COPIES OF YOUR CERTIFICATIONS AND MILITARY DOCUMENTS **

Y our application is INCOMPLETE until you have attached a legible copies of the following qualifying documents.

Examples of Qualifying Documents

• Military DD214 [member page 4] (if separated) and/or Statement of Service (if currently active) . This must be provided for any federal military service.
• Statement of Service must include:
• Anticipated separation date (must be no more than seven (7) months following application date)
• Anticipated discharge status

Please Do Not Attach

• Resumes
• Cover Letters
  
  

Essential Functions

• Provides ALS care and transport of patients in the Dallas Fire-Rescue EMS system.
• May deliver expanded role emergency medical services such as emergency incident rehabilitation, mobile integrated healthcare, and injury reduction/prevention programs.
• Performs conscientiously, proficiently and as a part of a two-person team at any and all assignments and duties.
• Is responsible for recognizing the importance placed on activities by the public and for tactful and respectful treatment of citizens.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or required.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma or GED
  
  

LICENSES And CERTIFICATIONS

• Current Texas Department of State Health (TDSHS) Paramedic License OR National Registry Paramedic Certification
• Valid driver's license with good driving record.
  
  

Other Requirements

• Military discharge status must be honorable or uncharacterized (if applicable).
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• No felony convictions
• No class A misdemeanor convictions within the last five (5) years
• No class B misdemeanor convictions within the last two (2) years
• No more than four (4) class C misdemeanor convictions within the last ten (10) years
• Must not be under criminal investigation during the application process
• Must not currently be on probation for DWI or other traffic offenses
• Must not have any outstanding traffic warrants or pending citations
• Must not have committed or have been convicted of driving with a suspended license within the last 12 months
• Must not be on probation for any crime at the time of application.
• Must pass physical abilities test to be administered by the Dallas Fire-Rescue Department
  
  

Online Exam Description

The online exam covers the following topics:

• Medical Proofreading
• Medical Terminology
• Reading Comprehension
• Sentence Clarity
• Mathematics
• Map Reading
  
  

Supplemental Information

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with fellow employees, all levels of management, city officials, vendors, other government agencies, other employees, and the general public.
• Ability to competently render both emergency pre-hospital care and care in connection with inter-facility transportation.
• Ability to maintain compliance with all safety requirements and applicable protocols.
• Ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with patients and bystanders.
• Ability to safely operate and maintain all equipment and tools relevant to position.
• Ability to proficiently use maps and routing software to minimize call response time.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to write clearly and efficiently and accurately document patient care and information.
• Ability to perform responsibly and act as team leader during management of a scene.