{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"7ffc3e36b74cdee5ff77ed16","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7ffc3e36b74cdee5ff77ed16","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7ffc3e36b74cdee5ff77ed16","title":"EMT - Basic","description":"TITLE: EMT- B\nORGANIZATION: Operations\nEXEMPTION STATUS: Non-Exempt\nSUPERVISED BY: Field Supervisor, Operations Manager\nBASE SALARY RANGE: $19.50 - $28.00 / hour (Commensurate with experience)\n\nACCOUNTABILITY: The EMT-B is qualified in basic prehospital emergency care and services by a competency-based educational program of clinical, didactic, and practice. The EMT-B is licensed to operate an emergency vehicle and provides prehospital basic life support (BLS). The standard of practice of the EMT-B shall be in accordance with the most current edition of the US DOT “Emergency Medical Technician: National Standard Curriculum”, as modified by the NYS DOH and NYC REMAC.\n\nDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:\nConducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.\nProvides prompt and efficient care of the patient and stabilization of their condition prior to transport.\nProvides careful handling of the patient in moving them to the ambulance.\nProvides safe and efficient transport of the patient while constantly monitoring the patient and providing any appropriate continuing care.\nProvides orderly transfer of the patient at destination.\nUpon arrival at destination with patient, responsible for preparing all BLS supplies and equipment to place the unit back in service.\nIn the absence of other qualified personnel, controls the accident scene, in such a way as to minimize further danger as well as controlling the actions of bystanders.\nObtains information regarding the emergency from dispatch, communicates with other emergency personnel as needed, and alerting hospital emergency department staff of the arrival of patients.\nObtains and records information as well as those required by medical, legal, and health authorities. Is responsible for documenting diagnosis/illness categories and completion of all patient care related documents.\nMakes daily checks of the vehicle equipment and systems, and completes manifest; responsible for competent operation of all equipment and systems.\nReports and relays needed repairs to supervisor.\nResponsible for maintaining NYS DOH certification.\nAdministers basic pre-hospital care within the limits of certification and in accordance with approved protocols.\nAttends training as scheduled.\nDoes not use professional knowledge and skills in any enterprise detrimental to the company or to the public well-being.\nRespects and holds in confidence all information obtained in the course of professional work unless required by law to divulge such information.\nResponsible for upholding standards of practice and education.\nAdheres to standards of personal ethics, on and off duty, which reflect credit upon the profession.\nProtects the public by not delegating to persons less qualified, any service which requires the professional competence of an EMT-B.\nRefuses to participate in unethical procedures, and assumes the responsibility to expose incompetence or unethical conduct of other to the appropriate authority in a proper and professional manner.\nPerforms other duties as required by respective supervisor.\n\nPHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED:\nMust be able to lift a minimum of 250 pounds with assistance from one other qualified individual.\nMust be able to lift and move a 50-75 lb. ambulance stretcher with the help of one qualified individual.\nMust be able to lift a 175 lb. patient (in various positions, i.e., while lying on the floor, the bed, in an automobile, etc.) with the help of one qualified individual onto a stretcher.\nDue to the unpredictability of this type of work, it is not always possible to guarantee meal and/or break periods. Therefore, this position must have no physical condition which would prohibit him/her from working 12 hours without a meal or break.\nMeet minimum requirements of SCEMS Physical and Physical Assessment Test.\n\nENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:\n\nMust be adaptive to work in all types of weather conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, snow, heat, etc.\nDue to the uncontrolled environment in which the EMT-B works, he/she may be subjected to predisposing themselves to be at risk for:\nA. bodily harm\nB. exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).\n\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:\nAble to drive in normal and adverse conditions.\nSkillful in thinking and acting quickly in stressful situations.\nAble to function around seriously ill or injured people in a responsible manner.\nAble to maintain harmonious relationships with fellow crew members, public safety personnel, and the general public under stressful situations.\nGood knowledge of common physical illnesses, obvious symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology.\nSkillful in the application of BLS emergency care procedures and in the use of all equipment maintained on ambulances.\nSkilled in use of locator aids to find specific locations (maps, directories, etc.).\nHas full knowledge of rules of the road for emergency and non-emergency situations.\nAble to drive in accordance with SeniorCare safety standards. Passes all driver examinations, written, and road tests.\nAvoids driving infractions, on and off duty, in accordance with Company and insurance guidelines.\nConducts themselves in a professional manner while on duty and avoids inappropriate conduct, on and off duty, that may adversely affect the reputation of SCEMS.\nAble to express self effectively to both medical and lay personnel orally and written in the English language.\nAble to deal sympathetically with patients and others.\nReflects the standards of professionalism in appearance with neatness and cleanliness.\nHas good working knowledge of all company policies pertaining to this position.\nComplete knowledge of protocols and their applications.\nIs physically fit. Meets all physical requirements for this position.\n\nESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:\nHas no physical disability which would prohibit the lifting and carrying of heavy weight.\nHas quick reflexes and superior safe driving ability.\nHas no established medical history or any other medical condition which may interfere with their ability to control and operate a motor vehicle or provide patient care.\nMust be currently NYS DOH certified EMT-B.\nMust possess a valid driver’s license.\nCurrent BCLS certification from AHA.","company":"Seniorcareem","rawCompany":"seniorcareem","city":"Lynbrook","state":"NY","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-07-23T13:59:07.451Z","occupations":[{"code":"29-2042.00","title":"Emergency Medical Technicians","slug":"emergency-medical-technicians"},{"code":"53-3011.00","title":"Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians","slug":"ambulance-drivers-and-attendants-except-emergency-medical-technicians"},{"code":"29-2043.00","title":"Paramedics","slug":"paramedics"}],"industries":[{"code":"621910","title":"Ambulance Services","slug":"ambulance-services"},{"code":"621999","title":"All Other Miscellaneous Ambulatory Health Care Services","slug":"all-other-miscellaneous-ambulatory-health-care-services"},{"code":"622110","title":"General Medical and Surgical Hospitals","slug":"general-medical-and-surgical-hospitals"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"EMT - Basic","description":"TITLE: EMT- B\nORGANIZATION: Operations\nEXEMPTION STATUS: Non-Exempt\nSUPERVISED BY: Field Supervisor, Operations Manager\nBASE SALARY RANGE: $19.50 - $28.00 / hour (Commensurate with experience)\n\nACCOUNTABILITY: The EMT-B is qualified in basic prehospital emergency care and services by a competency-based educational program of clinical, didactic, and practice. The EMT-B is licensed to operate an emergency vehicle and provides prehospital basic life support (BLS). The standard of practice of the EMT-B shall be in accordance with the most current edition of the US DOT “Emergency Medical Technician: National Standard Curriculum”, as modified by the NYS DOH and NYC REMAC.\n\nDESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:\nConducts a careful examination of the patient for signs and symptoms of illness/injury and assists other medical personnel as necessary.\nProvides prompt and efficient care of the patient and stabilization of their condition prior to transport.\nProvides careful handling of the patient in moving them to the ambulance.\nProvides safe and efficient transport of the patient while constantly monitoring the patient and providing any appropriate continuing care.\nProvides orderly transfer of the patient at destination.\nUpon arrival at destination with patient, responsible for preparing all BLS supplies and equipment to place the unit back in service.\nIn the absence of other qualified personnel, controls the accident scene, in such a way as to minimize further danger as well as controlling the actions of bystanders.\nObtains information regarding the emergency from dispatch, communicates with other emergency personnel as needed, and alerting hospital emergency department staff of the arrival of patients.\nObtains and records information as well as those required by medical, legal, and health authorities. Is responsible for documenting diagnosis/illness categories and completion of all patient care related documents.\nMakes daily checks of the vehicle equipment and systems, and completes manifest; responsible for competent operation of all equipment and systems.\nReports and relays needed repairs to supervisor.\nResponsible for maintaining NYS DOH certification.\nAdministers basic pre-hospital care within the limits of certification and in accordance with approved protocols.\nAttends training as scheduled.\nDoes not use professional knowledge and skills in any enterprise detrimental to the company or to the public well-being.\nRespects and holds in confidence all information obtained in the course of professional work unless required by law to divulge such information.\nResponsible for upholding standards of practice and education.\nAdheres to standards of personal ethics, on and off duty, which reflect credit upon the profession.\nProtects the public by not delegating to persons less qualified, any service which requires the professional competence of an EMT-B.\nRefuses to participate in unethical procedures, and assumes the responsibility to expose incompetence or unethical conduct of other to the appropriate authority in a proper and professional manner.\nPerforms other duties as required by respective supervisor.\n\nPHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED:\nMust be able to lift a minimum of 250 pounds with assistance from one other qualified individual.\nMust be able to lift and move a 50-75 lb. ambulance stretcher with the help of one qualified individual.\nMust be able to lift a 175 lb. patient (in various positions, i.e., while lying on the floor, the bed, in an automobile, etc.) with the help of one qualified individual onto a stretcher.\nDue to the unpredictability of this type of work, it is not always possible to guarantee meal and/or break periods. Therefore, this position must have no physical condition which would prohibit him/her from working 12 hours without a meal or break.\nMeet minimum requirements of SCEMS Physical and Physical Assessment Test.\n\nENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:\n\nMust be adaptive to work in all types of weather conditions, including, but not limited to, rain, snow, heat, etc.\nDue to the uncontrolled environment in which the EMT-B works, he/she may be subjected to predisposing themselves to be at risk for:\nA. bodily harm\nB. exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials (OPIM).\n\nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:\nAble to drive in normal and adverse conditions.\nSkillful in thinking and acting quickly in stressful situations.\nAble to function around seriously ill or injured people in a responsible manner.\nAble to maintain harmonious relationships with fellow crew members, public safety personnel, and the general public under stressful situations.\nGood knowledge of common physical illnesses, obvious symptoms, and appropriate medical terminology.\nSkillful in the application of BLS emergency care procedures and in the use of all equipment maintained on ambulances.\nSkilled in use of locator aids to find specific locations (maps, directories, etc.).\nHas full knowledge of rules of the road for emergency and non-emergency situations.\nAble to drive in accordance with SeniorCare safety standards. Passes all driver examinations, written, and road tests.\nAvoids driving infractions, on and off duty, in accordance with Company and insurance guidelines.\nConducts themselves in a professional manner while on duty and avoids inappropriate conduct, on and off duty, that may adversely affect the reputation of SCEMS.\nAble to express self effectively to both medical and lay personnel orally and written in the English language.\nAble to deal sympathetically with patients and others.\nReflects the standards of professionalism in appearance with neatness and cleanliness.\nHas good working knowledge of all company policies pertaining to this position.\nComplete knowledge of protocols and their applications.\nIs physically fit. Meets all physical requirements for this position.\n\nESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS:\nHas no physical disability which would prohibit the lifting and carrying of heavy weight.\nHas quick reflexes and superior safe driving ability.\nHas no established medical history or any other medical condition which may interfere with their ability to control and operate a motor vehicle or provide patient care.\nMust be currently NYS DOH certified EMT-B.\nMust possess a valid driver’s license.\nCurrent BCLS certification from AHA.","datePosted":"2026-07-23T13:59:07.451Z","dateModified":"2026-07-23T13:59:07.451Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Seniorcareem","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Lynbrook","addressRegion":"NY","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"7ffc3e36b74cdee5ff77ed16"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/7ffc3e36b74cdee5ff77ed16"}}