EMT

INTERESTED IN AN EMS CAREER?
The Enfield EMS Department

Is accepting applications for the position of
EMT

The Enfield EMS Department is seeking applicants for employment in an EMS Career.

Discrimination because of race, color, sex or sexual orientation, religion, age, national origin, disability or veteran's status is
prohibited by law. The Town of Enfield actively supports this legislation. EOE/AA/M/F

Application Requirements

1. Town of Enfield Basic EMT Application, completed online HERE.

2. Certified copy of your current driving record from the Department of Motor Vehicles.

3. Copies of all certificates you hold (both front and back).

4. Completed Medical Approval form for the Physical Ability Assessment (page 5)

5. Applicants must be at least 18 years old at the time of testing.

Failure to complete and submit ALL application materials may disqualify your application.

**Only those applicants selected for testing/interviews will be contacted**

Method of Selection
The examination process includes: Written Examination, Physical Ability Assessment, Oral Board Interview & Extensive

Background Investigation.

Written Examination: The minimum passing score on the written examination is 70. You must pass the written examination to be

eligible for an invitation to the Physical Ability Assessment. Candidates who fail to achieve the minimum passing score on the

written examination will be disqualified from any further consideration for the position. The Town of Enfield reserves the right to

administer a second written examination at its discretion.

Physical Ability Assessment: Candidates who pass the written exam will have to meet departmental physical fitness standards,

including but not limited to: bending, squatting, kneeling, walking on uneven ground, climbing stairs, lifting 100-150 lbs, and

perform CPR/First Aid. The Physical Ability Assessment is for those with passing scores only on the written exam.

Oral Board Interview: The last phase of the examination for Basic EMT will be an interview before a panel of EMS, and/or

personnel representatives. This phase of the examination is designed to aid in the determination of a candidate’s maturity,

communication skills and motivation for the position. The Town reserves the right to limit the number of candidates who are invited

to the oral interview. Candidates who have passed the written examination, but who have failed this portion of the examination, will

be disqualified at this time from any further consideration for the position of Basic EMT.

Background Investigation: A thorough background and character investigation will be conducted for the specific purpose of

obtaining pertinent data for the Town of Enfield EMS Department to consider in determining suitability for employment as a Basic

EMT. Eligible candidates will be requested to authorize a release of personal information, however personal or confidential it may

appear to be, including but not limited to: educational, financial/credit agencies and institutions, medical history, employment

history, legal complaints, arrests or convictions, and motor vehicle history.

The Human Resources Director reserves the right to reject any eligible candidate whom, on the basis of background and character

investigation or medical examination, does not appear to be the most suitable qualified candidate for the position in accordance with

provision of the Town of Enfield Personnel Rules.

If you fail to appear for any part of the examination process, or if you do not pass any part of the examination, your name will be

removed from any further consideration.

An individual appointed to the position must satisfactorily complete nine (9) month probationary period.

Minimum Qualifications

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

• Highly Desirable: Two (2) years full time work experience as an EMT (or four (4) years as a volunteer)

• Completion of high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma AND

• Minimum current State of Connecticut EMT- Basic Certification AND

• Current certification in CPR AND

• Possession and maintenance of a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and an acceptable driving record.

All licenses and certifications must be valid at time of application, hiring and throughout employment. Maintenance of these valid

licenses is a condition of employment. At the time of appointment and during employment, EMT’s must meet the medical and

physical standards established by the EMS Director. Incumbent EMT’s must continue to meet or exceed all requirements for

maintenance of State of Connecticut EMT certification during employment with the Town.

TRAINING: Graduation from high school or its equivalent as evidenced by possession of a state high school diploma issued by the

State Board of Education. Must attend and successfully complete any training program either mandated by law or by the EMS

Department. Must attend and successfully complete any non-mandatory training programs voluntarily accepted; must attend and

successfully complete any mandatory refresher courses or tests of ability designed to ensure skill and knowledge in areas of

performance.

DRIVER’S LICENSE: Must possess and maintain a valid motor vehicle operator’s license and satisfactory driving history. An
individual may not be considered for appointment if he or she had a major violation within a three-year period, four or more motor
vehicle violations other than major within a three-year period, or suspension or revocation of a license for any reason in the past
five years. A valid Driver’s License is required at the time of appointment.

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT: Employees must reside in Enfield or within twenty-five (25) miles of the Enfield border within

one (1) year of appointment.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

These duties involve responsibility for providing emergency medical services. Employees in this position operate specially

equipped vehicles. When engaged in providing emergency medical services, incumbents are in radio contact with and may receive

direction from paramedics and/or supervising physicians.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

The work is performed under the direction of the Emergency Medical Services Chief or Designeewho makes assignments, reviews

work in progress and upon completion does related work as required. On scene, the EMT will perform under the direction of a

Paramedic if one is on scene.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Operates specially equipped vehicles to respond to emergencies and provides care to stabilize persons

with life threatening problems resulting from trauma or other medical emergencies. Participates in the provision of emergency

medical treatment to accident or other victims such as extrication, splinting, immobilization, airway management, CPR, Hemostasis,

IV therapy and drug administration (within existing protocols), ECG monitoring, defibrillation, etc. Monitors and transmits

assessment and vital signs information via radio or telephone. Keeps records of emergency calls, patient treatment and problems

encountered and solutions rendered in the course of duty. Maintains equipment on specially equipped vehicles in appropriate

operating condition. Participates in emergency training of police, fire and EMS personnel as well as members of the community.

Conducts initial scene assessments, initiates and participates in the incident command system on the scene of incidents. Assists the

EMS Chief or his designees with public information and education in activities such as CPR etc. Maintains station house and

apparatus in good condition. Regular and punctual attendance.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS,AND ABILITIES: Good knowledge of emergency medical conditions, techniques and procedures.

Good social skills and general intelligence. Good powers of observation. Ability to operate bio-medical and telecommunications

equipment. Ability to perform calmly and efficiently in crisis situations. Ability to maintain records and prepare reports using a

computer. Ability to understand written laws and apply them to specific situations. Physical strength adequate to lift unconscious

patients. Ability to operate specially equipped vehicles under emergency conditions, willingness to work nights, weekends, holidays

and assigned shifts. Willingness to work with unpaid volunteers who will be performing the same functions as paid personnel.

Willingness to assist in training activities for both paid and volunteer personnel. Willingness not to smoke during “on duty” hours.

Willingness to maintain vehicles, equipment and station house in good condition. Willingness to maintain physical conditioning

commensurate with the demands of the position. No applicant will be accepted with any drug related conviction, felony conviction,
conviction for any Class A or Class B misdemeanor.

NOTE: Applicants may exclude any convictions or arrests which have been erased from your record pursuant to Connecticut
General Statutes §§ 46b-146, 54-76o or 54-142a. Erased records include the following: (a) a finding of delinquency or that a child
was a member of a family with service needs; (b) a sentence as a youthful offender; (c) a criminal charge that was dismissed or

"nolled"; (d) a criminal charge for which the person was found not guilty; and (e) a conviction for which the person received an
absolute pardon. For erased convictions or arrests you are considered to have never been arrested and may swear so under oath.

Any omission, falsification, fabrication, lie or misleading statement will automatically result in disqualification from further
consideration with the Town of Enfield.

Benefits of Working for the Town of Enfield

Thank you for your interest in the EMS Department for the Town of Enfield. Below is a listing of our many
benefits provided by the Town in line with the EMS union contract:

 $50,000 life insurance policy (no cost to employee)

 Choice of two Deferred Compensation plans, Empower or Mission Square

 Pension eligibility after one year of employment, vestment after 5 years

 12 holidays per year

 3 personal days per year

 12 sick days per year (carried over each year)

 2 weeks vacation per year (increasing with years of service)

Hourly rate of pay commensurate with experience

Requirements for the Certification of Physical Ability

The Physical Ability Assessment

Passing the Physical Ability Assessment is a prerequisite for candidacy with Enfield EMS Department. The Physical Ability

Assessment includes the following three components:

Tested Skill Critical Subsets

Walk up flight of stairs with 3 pieces of • Placing equipment on the ground

equipment and proceed thru closed • Having to make more than 1 trip with the equipment

doorway. • Dropping of any equipment, including items out of

equipment bag

Set equipment down and perform 1 rescuer • Use universal precautions

CPR, per AHA standards, until told to stop. • Proper use of BVM

• Correct sequence of AED at proper point
• Use of supplemental oxygen at appropriate flow rate
• Use of appropriate airway adjunct

o Correct size selected

o Correct method of insertion

After being instructed to stop CPR, raise • Sitting barbell down prior to being instructed to do so

100lb barbell to waist level and walk • Dropping of barbell

backward for 100ft. • Lifting by bending at waist only

In order to take the Physical Ability Assessment

Candidates must bring the Medical Approval Form, signed and dated by a Physician within the last three months, no later than the

day of the written exam in order to be permitted to take the Physical Ability Assessement.

• Appropriate athletic attire should be worn to the assessment including sneakers.
• You must pass the written exam in order to be invited to the Physical Ability Assessment.

Town of Enfield

EMS Department

1296 Enfield St.

Enfield, CT 06082

(860) 253-5243

Physical Ability Assessment

Medical Approval Form