Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) starting October 5th

Assist Ambulance • New York, NY

7d • $21 - $25 • 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 Bronx or Brooklyn base. As a New York City EMS agency with 30 years of experience, we provide a full range of BLS and ALS emergency medical and transportation services across all five boroughs. We serve various healthcare facilities, including hospitals, nursing homes, and doctor's offices, with both emergency and non-emergency transports. EMTs are expected to adhere to the guidelines set by the Department of Health - Bureau of EMS and Trauma Systems, and the Regional Emergency Medical Services Council of NYC protocols for Basic Life Support.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must have an active NY State EMT-B card (NREMT card alone is not accepted).
• Must be physically fit to lift 125 lbs. and pass a lifting assessment.
• Must be able to get 19A physical clearance and 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).
• 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.
• Must be good with people.

Nice To Haves

• 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 3 major moving violations in the past three years.
• DJ licenses / Driver's permits are not accepted.

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.
• Provide Advanced Life Support and Basic Life Support via emergency and non-emergency ambulance transports.
• Act responsibly under extreme duress.

Benefits

• Base pay starting at $20.50 to $25.00/hr based on interview and experience.
• Weekly Payday.
• A .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 w/ Preventative Dental and Vision options.
• 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.
• Unpaid 32 hours 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 of employment).
• CME Refresher Program / Voucher.
• Up to $4000 back for Paramedic school.
• Overtime opportunities.
• Large volume of emergency calls.
• 8/10/12 hour shifts with 2 hour mandate period with or without notice.
• Potential to transition to 911 with One Brooklyn Health with Brookdale and/or Interfaith Medical Center after ~6 months employment.

What This Job Offers

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