Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) starting July 27

Assist Ambulance • Brooklyn, NY

24d • Onsite

About The Position

Assist Ambulance is seeking certified Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) in New York State for full-time and part-time positions at our Brooklyn or Bronx base. As a New York City EMS agency with 30 years of experience, we provide a full range of Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Life Support (ALS) emergency medical and transportation services across all five boroughs. We serve various hospitals, nursing homes, assisted living facilities, doctor's offices, and community-based organizations with both emergency and non-emergency ambulance transports. EMTs are expected to adhere to guidelines from the Department of Health - Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems, and Regional Emergency Medical Services Council of NYC protocols for BLS.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have an active NY State EMT-B card (NREMT card alone is not accepted).
• EMTs hired as drivers must be at least 20 years old with 1 year of driving experience in New York City.
• Must have a valid New York State D Class driver’s license with no more than 6 points or 2 major moving violations (DJ licenses are not accepted).
• Must be physically fit to lift 125 lbs. in accordance with the NYS DOH and pass a lifting assessment.
• Must be able to obtain 19A physical clearance and a negative PPD test (vouchers provided).
• Must be able to pass a 10-panel drug screening.
• Must be able to commit to at least two 8-hour shifts per week that are the same days every week (steady shifts).
• Must be good with people and able to act responsibly under extreme duress.
• Applicants' criminal history will be considered consistent with the requirements of the New York City Fair Chance Act.
• Must be able to attend three days of in-person pre-hire assessments, with driving assessments on a separate date.

Nice To Haves

• NREMT card is not accepted alone.

Responsibilities

• Follow guidelines from the Department of Health - Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems.
• Adhere to Regional Emergency Medical Services Council of NYC protocols for Basic Life Support.
• Respond to a large volume of emergency calls.
• Work 8, 10, or 12-hour shifts, with a potential 2-hour mandate period with or without notice.
• Potentially transition to 911 services with One Brooklyn Health at Interfaith Medical Center after approximately 6 months of employment.

Benefits

• Weekly Payday
• $.50 cent raise after 90 days for drivers
• 5% standard annual raises for all EMTs
• $1/hr bonus after 90 days when working full time hours any given pay period
• Paid Training
• Flexible Scheduling
• Health Insurance (does not include dental or vision at this time)
• Union Shop - Benefits/policies subject to change with new 1199 SEIU contract, pending
• Paid sick time and PTO up to 56 hours per calendar year
• 32 hours unpaid PTO issued at hiring
• Free uniforms
• 8 Hours Pay for full-time staff normally scheduled or working on Christmas, Thanksgiving, Labor Day, Memorial Day, July 4th, and New Year's Day
• 4 Hours Pay for part-time staff after 90 days on holidays
• Free Emergency Vehicle Operator certification
• Free 19a DOT medical certification
• 40 hours Paid vacation after first year of employment (increases at three, six and ten years)
• CME Refresher Program / Voucher
• Up to $4000 back for Paramedic school
• Overtime opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED