Paramedic

Transport patients while providing first aid or life support en route to healthcare facilities. Trained in providing oral and intravenous medication, EKG monitoring and tracheotomies.

Qualifications

Completion of NYS Department of Health approved Paramedic Program required

6 months ambulance experience as a Paramedic

Current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and provide ALS assessment of patient condition and treat in accordance with NYS DOH

Current NYS DOH Paramedic Certification

Current NYC REMSCO/REMAC Paramedic Certification

Class D Driver's License (with safe driving record)

Valid NYS Driver's License

High School Diploma or GED/TASC required

Weapons of Mass Destruction Certificate (WMD) preferred

Haz-Mat Awareness Certificate preferred

CEVO, FEMA or EVOC Certificate preferred Schedule

All positions are in hospitals and nursing homes. These facilities are open 24 hours/7 days each week.

General shift availability:

Days (7a-3p or 8a-4p)

Evenings (3p-11p or 4p-12a)

Nights (11p-7a or 12a-8a)

Every other weekend is usually required for all positions.

COVID-19 vaccination is required.

Most positions include a comprehensive Union benefits package and competitive salaries.