Oceanside, CA30+ days ago
Working Conditions and Selection Process Environmental Conditions: Exposure to varying inside temperatures, correspondent with seasonal climate outside; exposure to the hazards of emergency medical services, to smoke and hazardous material fumes, to heat from fires, seasonal elements at emergency sites; exposure to communicable diseases (HIV, HBV, HCV, tuberculosis, meningococcal meningitis, various parasites, etc.) Physical Conditions: Essential and marginal functions require maintaining physical condition necessary for minimal to frequent bending, turning, reaching, grasping, kneeling, standing, sitting, and walking; and moderate to heavy pushing, pulling, lifting and carrying. Ability to:Perform EMT duties and maintain EMT certification;Perform competently under extreme pressure and in stressful situations;Understand and act in accordance with departmental polices, rules, instructions and written material;Retain presence of mind in emergency situations;Understand and carry out oral and written directions;Establish effective working relationships with staff and the general public;Maintain physical endurance and agility;Make accurate observations and rapid judgments.