Emergency Med Technician(EMT) Per Diem

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Per Diem. In this role, the successful candidate provides pre‑hospital emergency medical care and transportation to the sick and injured through the NYC 911 system and documents patient assessment, history, and care on the Ambulance Call Report.

Responsibilities

• Report to work on time and in uniform with appropriate personal equipment.
• Swipe in and out in accordance with NYU policy.
• Demonstrate awareness of and respect for coworker and patient cultural backgrounds.
• Assess patients’ ability to communicate in English and assist in providing an interpreter as needed.
• Assess patient condition and treat in accordance with NYS DOH and regional guidelines.
• Transport patients to the appropriate hospital and transfer care to hospital staff, communicating the patient’s condition and any treatment rendered.
• Complete an electronic Pre‑Hospital Care Report (E‑PCR) including insurance information and claim signature for every patient contact; submit all reports, forms, and logs complete, accurate, legible, and neat prior to the end of shift.
• Comply with uniform policy, maintain a neat, clean, professional appearance, and wear identification visibly at all times.
• Notify RCC at the beginning of the shift and log onto the CAD system promptly; continuously monitor MDT and radio for assignments and communicate changes in signal status; maintain professional radio decorum and follow local radio protocol guidelines.
• Be familiar with and comply with the policies of the “911 System Provider Guide” supplied to employees.
• Follow NYU, FDNY, and NYS DOH guidelines for emergency‑vehicle operations; check vehicle and equipment at the start of each shift, replenish supplies, complete a checklist of deficiencies, clean and maintain the vehicle and equipment, and restock/refuel to meet NYS DOH Part 800 compliance.
• Work as a team with partners and other providers on scene and at the hospital to deliver the highest quality care; maintain professional relationships to facilitate patient care.
• Cooperate with supervision and colleagues to achieve departmental goals.
• Participate in departmental, hospital, and regional quality‑improvement programs; attend meetings and training sessions.
• Maintain the ability and credentials required to work in the NYC 911 system.
• Comply with scheduling procedures and submit availability as required.
• Minimize out‑of‑service time and document it on the Unit Activity Log with appropriate notifications.
• Drive an ambulance safely in both emergency and non‑emergency modes throughout the shift.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or G.E.D.
• Completion of a New York State Department of Health‑approved EMT program.
• Six (6) months of ambulance experience as an Emergency Medical Technician.
• Six (6) months of 911 BLS experience (preferred).
• Willingness to devote the time required to complete assigned tasks on schedule.
• State EMT certification (EMT card) required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• One of the following certificate groupings:
  • Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD) Certificate **and** Haz‑Mat Awareness Certificate (CEVO), **or**
  • Standardized Awareness Certificate for EVOC (Emergency Vehicle Operator Course).
• Required licenses/certifications: Standardized Awareness Cert, Hazardous Materials Cert, Weapons of Mass Destruction Cert, EMT Cert, Driver’s License.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Benefits

NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn offers a comprehensive benefits and wellness package that supports employees at every stage of life. The program includes financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program, employee resource groups for peer support, and a holistic wellness program focused on physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. These resources are designed to enhance overall quality of life for employees and their families.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $29.44 – $29.44 hourly. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. This range does not include bonuses, incentive pay, differential pay, or other forms of compensation.