Ready to be be a Fireline EMT?

"Join our team as a Fireline EMT - Wildland Support and be part of the dedicated crew that provides essential medical assistance to firefighters and support teams during wildfires. Your role will involve working on 4x4 ambulances, 4x4 mobile treatment centers, UTVs, and mobile medical units (clinics) to assess injuries and deliver emergency medical care. We're looking for knowledgeable and hardworking EMTs to make a difference in challenging and dynamic environments."

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Emergency Patient Transport: Transport injured or sick individuals from the fireline to fire camp or medical facilities.
2. First Aid Assessment: Determine the nature and extent of illness or injury to establish first aid procedures.
3. On-Site First Aid: Administer prescribed first-aid treatment at the site of emergency, or in specially equipped vehicles.
4. Medical Expertise: Apply knowledge of pathophysiology and related disease processes of the acute patient.
5. Effective Communication: Communicate and develop interpersonal relationships with medical unit leaders and other interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
6. Equipment Care: Maintain and care for equipment and vehicles by completing daily, weekly, and monthly rig checks, promptly reporting any issues.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. EMS Experience: Ambulance and EMS experience is preferred.
2. Wilderness Medicine: Wilderness medicine experience is preferred.
3. Adaptability: Ability to function independently and comfortably in a wilderness setting.
4. Self-Motivation: Self-motivated to learn about the intricacies of the fire industry.
5. Calm Under Pressure: Capable of staying calm in stressful situations and calling in multiple resources as needed.
6. Organizational Skills: Ability to stay organized and follow a chain of command, including Incident Command System (ICS) procedures.
7. Reliability: Trustworthy and forthcoming in all responsibilities.
8. Availability: Able to work 14-21 consecutive days.
9. Camping Skills: Willing and able to camp out and sleep in a tent.

REQUIREMENTS BEFORE HIRE:

1. Licensing: Hold a California EMT License associated with any California LEMSA.
2. Certifications: Possess a current BLS Certification.
3. Driving: If you have a California driver's license, you must have an Ambulance Driver's Certification and a Clean Driving Record.
4. Training: Attend our Fireline EMS Refresher in April 2024 (invitations will be sent after the first interview).
5. Safety Certification: Complete Incident Safety Awareness for the Hired Vendor Class and RT-130 | Wildland Fire Safety Annual Refresher during our Fireline EMS Refresher.
6. Physical Fitness: Pass the NWCG Work Capacity Test at the arduous level, which involves a 3-mile walk under 45 minutes while carrying a 45-pound pack, available in-house during our Fireline EMS Refresher.

REQUIREMENTS BEFORE FIRST DAY OF WORK:

1. Firefighter Training: Complete the online S-130 - Firefighter Training and S-190 - Introduction to Wildland Fire Behavior courses.
2. Incident Command System: Complete online courses, including ICS - 100, ICS - 200, ICS - 700, and ICS - 800, introducing you to the Incident Command System and National Incident Management System.

BONUS QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS:

1. Driving Skills: Experience in driving 4WD vehicles or UTVs.
2. Trailer Handling: Proficiency in towing and backing trailers.
3. Rescue Certifications: Possession of certifications such as High Angle Rope Rescue Technician, LARRO | Low Angle Rope Rescue Operator, Swiftwater Rescue Technician.
4. ROHVA Certificate: Recreational Off-Highway Vehicles (ROHVA) Certificate.

PERKS:

1. Team Environment: Work alongside fun, outdoorsy co-workers from across the country.
2. Flexible Location: Live anywhere, as long as you have reliable transportation to reach our home base in Visalia, CA when called out for an assignment.
3. Varied Work: Operate on 4x4 ambulances, 4x4 mobile treatment centers, UTVs, and mobile medical units (clinics).
4. Outdoor Lifestyle: Embrace the opportunity to work and sleep outdoors.
5. Meals Provided: Enjoy provided meals during your assignments.