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Firefighter/Paramedic
Description of Duties
This is hazardous work located at a fire district responsible for responding to fire, rescue, and emergency medical incidents. Duties include providing emergency medical care at the Paramedic level and maintaining emergency medical equipment and supplies. Firefighters must meet the training standards set by the Office of Fire Prevention and Control as authorized by Section 159 (d) of the New York State Executive Law within eighteen (18) months of appointment. Must become a Paramedic provider credentialed to practice in the Monroe-Livingston Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system after being evaluated by criteria established by the Monroe-Livingston Regional Emergency Medical Advisory Committee (REMAC), during the probationary period. The employee reports directly to, and works under the general supervision of a Fire Lieutenant or other higher-level staff member.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from high school or possession of an equivalency diploma.
