Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) starting August 17th

Job Summary

Assist Ambulance is seeking Emergency Medical Technicians certified in New York State for full-time and part-time positions in Brooklyn or Bronx. Assist provides comprehensive emergency medical and transportation services across NYC.

Job Requirements

• At least 18 years old
• Active NY State EMT-B card (NREMT card not accepted alone)
• Drivers must be at least 20 years old with 1 year of NYC driving experience
• Valid NY State D Class driver’s license with no more than 6 points or 2 major moving violations
• Physically fit to lift 125 lbs. and pass a lifting assessment
• Passes 19A physical clearance and negative PPD test (vouchers provided)
• Passes 10 panel drug screening
• Commit to at least two 8-hour shifts per week on the same days every week (steady shifts)
• Must be good with people and able to act responsibly under extreme duress
• Criminal background check consistent with New York City Fair Chance Act
• Attend three days of in-person pre-hire assessments including driving assessments on a separate date

Job Attributes

• Weekly Payday with a .50 cent raise after 90 days for drivers, and 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, unpaid 32 hours issued at hiring
• Free Uniforms
• Emergency Vehicle Operator certification and 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 at Interfaith Medical Center after ~6 mo. employment