Fire lieutenant vs certified medical technician

Differences between fire lieutenant and certified medical technician duties and responsibilities

Fire lieutenant example responsibilities.

• Manage the combat logistics operations center's daily operations and ensure efficient information flow between internal and external organizations.
• Apply lifesaving, firefighting, and prevention principles, practices, tools and techniques, and equipment to practical scenarios.
• Evaluate firefighting methods and apparatus performance regarding new equipment and equipment utilize during emergency calls.
• Render advanced paramedical care to injure or ill patients as required ensuring compliance with department regulations, protocol, and procedure.
• Organize medication boxes/inventory and provide ALS care
• Coordinate and synchronize intelligence gathering assets with artillery, mortar, and aviation systems in support of complex tactical operations.

Certified medical technician example responsibilities.

• Maintain the cleanliness of storage areas, trays, centrifuges, refrigerators, freezers and work area.
• Administer medications to patients according to their medication record as scheduled, as needed according to physician orders.
• Perform laboratory test and procedures in areas including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, coagulation, serology, and bacteriology.
• Perform first aid and apply CPR when necessary.
• Perform first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until paramedics arrive.
• Assist the residents in their ADL needs and prepare their meals.
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