EMT-Paramedic

EMT-Paramedic

Location: Jackson Road, Penfield, NY

Department: Operations

Reports To: Director of Operations

Status: Full-Time

Compensation: $29.75/hr + 10 cents per year of EMS Experience

Position Summary

Penfield-Webster Ambulance is hiring full-time Paramedics to join our team responding to 911 calls throughout the Penfield and Webster area. This is a hands-on field role providing advanced life support, patient care, and leadership on scene, with a direct line to our Chief Paramedic on ALS matters.

Benefits

• ● Sick Leave
• ● Flexible Schedule
• ● Uniform Credit
• ● 85% Medical Insurance premium covered

Essential Responsibilities

The Paramedic is responsible for, but is not limited to:

Patient Care

• ● Administer advanced life support and medical care to patients on scene, during transport, and at the hospital, in accordance with NYS DOH and MLREMS protocols.
• ● Transport sick and injured patients safely to the appropriate medical facility.
• ● Complete patient care reports accurately and within the required timeframe.
• ● Serve as a preceptor for EMT-Basics and for Paramedics when qualified by MLREMS.

Vehicle & Equipment

• ● Operate agency ambulances safely.
• ● Maintain the accountability, cleanliness, and operational readiness of ambulances, equipment, and supplies, including EMS inventory.

Communication & Compliance

• ● Monitor communication equipment to maintain contact with dispatch, operations, and other responders.
• ● Follow all NYS DOH, DOT, OSHA, and MLREMS protocols and agency policies, escalating clinical matters to the Chief Paramedic.
• ● Participate in the agency's Continuous Quality Assurance (CQA) and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) programs.

Required Qualifications

• ● Current NYS EMT-Paramedic Certification
• ● Valid NYS Class D Driver's License
• ● Ability to meet NYS EMS Essential Job Functions
• ● Ability to maintain all required certifications throughout employment

Required Licenses & Certifications

• ● Current AHA BLS CPR Certification
• ● Current ACLS Certification
• ● Current PALS, EPC, or equivalent certification
• ● Current PHTLS, ITLS, or equivalent certification
• ● NIMS 100, 200, 700, and 800
• ● Completion of all NYS-required EMS updates
• ● Completion of all MLREMS-required updates

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Successful candidates should demonstrate:

• ● Clear, effective communication with patients, crew, and other responders.
• ● Sound judgment and problem-solving under pressure.
• ● Ability to adapt to changing conditions in a fast-paced EMS environment.
• ● Professionalism, a courteous demeanor, and a commitment to teamwork and patient care.

Physical Requirements

The Paramedic must be able to perform the following essential physical functions, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• ● Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling patients and equipment.
• ● Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, climbing, and prolonged standing or walking.
• ● Safely operating emergency vehicles and patient transport equipment.
• ● Working indoors and outdoors in various weather and emergency conditions.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in ambulances, stations, healthcare facilities, and outdoor environments. Employees may be exposed to infectious diseases, bloodborne pathogens, hazardous materials, adverse weather, emotionally stressful situations, and physically demanding emergency scenes. PPE is provided and required.

Penfield-Webster Ambulance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Pay: From $29.75 per hour

Expected hours: 38.0 – 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Wellness program

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently have your NYS EMT-Paramedic Certification?
• Do you have a valid NYS Class D Driver's License?
• Are you able to meet the NYS EMS Essential job functions listed in this posting?
• Are you interested in FT/PT/or Per Diem?

Work Location: In person