Emergency Medical Technician I

The [Emergency Medical Technician* (](https://gcc02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fdrive.google.com%2Ffile%2Fd%2F1Qjcw0yyyjiKizSesWvs9-1a7--z05s8Q%2Fview%3Fusp%3Ddrivesdk&data=05%7C01%7Ctbailey%40ci.vista.ca.us%7Cb5afd2c2ad464d85097908db8b8a8909%7C11ab3d0742824b7987959f864356bb7a%7C1%7C0%7C638257199358751088%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJWIjoiMC4wLjAwMDAiLCJQIjoiV2luMzIiLCJBTiI6Ik1haWwiLCJXVCI6Mn0%3D%7C3000%7C%7C%7C&sdata=TcxyVrhjWlRo1CI%2BUbcLV5rS0NRQohPlpC2njSsUcM4%3D&reserved=0)EMT) responds to emergency medical calls and other emergencies and provides basic life support services to ill or injured persons in accordance with established policies and procedures. The Vista Fire Rescue maintains three (3) EMT work schedules as follows: - Full-time: These positions are benefitted and work a 56-hour a week rotating schedule. - Part-time: These positions are benefitted and work a 24-hour a week rotating schedule. - Part-time/Float: These positions are temporary, paid an hourly rate, and work as needed. ***An individual may only serve 6,240 (the hourly equivalent of 36 months) in total in this classification. Paid leave hours count towards this total, but overtime hours do not.*** *EMT's are typically hired as Floats and promoted to regular positions as they become available.* **The Emergency Medical Technician I:** - Responds to medical emergencies. - Renders aid to injured parties. - Assists at non-medical emergency scenes with support related activities. - Operates ambulances and other related medical equipment. - Participates in station, equipment and apparatus maintenance. - Attends training classes and drills. - Assesses medical problems and performs first-aid and resuscitator functions. - Other related duties as assigned. **This posting will close when 200 applications are received or on Tuesday July 28th, 2026, whichever comes first.** Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position is qualifying. **EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE**: **Emergency Medical Technician I** A typical combination would include a high school diploma, or equivalent, and six (6) months of full-time field experience as an Emergency Medical Technician either driving an ambulance or employment as an EMT with a fire department is preferred. Completion of or enrollment in a Fire Academy, Paramedic School or a paramedic preparation class is highly desirable. **L****icense/Certificate** Candidates must possess and maintain, as a condition of employment, the following: - A current State of California Class C driver’s license with an ambulance driver’s endorsement - A current EMT-I certification as defined by the State of California Emergency Medical Services Authority (EMSA) - Accreditation as an EMT in the County of San Diego - A current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification **KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:** **Knowledge of:** - First aid methods - A basic understanding of fire-based Emergency Medical Services (EMS) delivery system - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - EMT scope of practice - EMS procedures and equipment - English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation - Principles and practices of customer service **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 judgements - Demonstrate an awareness and appreciation of the cultural diversity of the community **PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:** The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to succ…