Paramedic | Full-time |Part-time - Yonkers, NY

Paramedic - Yonkers - Full-time and Part-time Available PARAMEDIC - This position is based out of the Empress South Division, Westchester/Rockland County Locations Hourly Wage: $33.50 per hour Position Summary The Paramedic provides advanced, supportive, and definitive care to emergency and non‑emergency patients across both pre‑hospital and hospital environments. In this role, you will collaborate with direct supervisors, municipal and county fire and police departments, medical personnel, patients, and their families to deliver the highest standard of patient care and customer service. Under the direction of the Operations Department, the Paramedic performs and assists with a comprehensive range of patient care activities — including emergency response and inter‑facility transportation — ensuring excellence in clinical practice and compassionate service throughout every patient encounter. Main Duties and Responsibilities Provide quality patient care utilizing thorough knowledge and appropriate administration of Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Education for Pre-Hospital Professionals (PEEP), or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Assess and treat with appropriate techniques (resources and equipment), any medical or trauma situation while maintaining the highest standard of patient care and professionalism. Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates patient care within the scope of established treatment protocols and the current standard of care. Provides accurate and pertinent written documentation of all patient care and EMS responses. Completes ALL required Empress and NYS paperwork. Maintains all patient care equipment, vehicles, supplies, daily logs, and patient care records as directed by the company. Operates Empress Vehicles and equipment as required, according to company policy. Maintains a safe and orderly work environment and promotes safe work practices for all employees. Reports to work on time and understands that due to the nature of EMS, the EMT’s assigned shift may exceed the assigned time for the end of the shift. Mandatory overtime may be assigned. Work schedules encompass a variety of shifts. Paramedics may be required, as part of his/her normal duties, to work ANY of the shifts available. Follows all Empress Policies and Procedures. Attends mandatory continuing medical education, updates, and staff meetings as required by Empress. Complies with the established guidelines for uniform dress and standard equipment regulations. Assist in the provision of public information and educational programs designed to promote EMT-Paramedics and the services offered by Empress, to the community and allied EMS agencies. Minimum Qualifications Current New York State Certification (EMT-P) and current AHA (CPR, PALS, ACLS) Certification. A valid Driver’s License- Driving record must meet company requirements. Satisfactorily completes all aspects of the pre‑employment process administered by and/or for Empress Ambulance Service, LLC. inclusive of drug screening/background check and physical agility test (CPAT). Must be at least 19 years of age. High School Diploma or Equivalent. National Registry Certification as a Paramedic. Westchester REMAC Certification. Hudson Valley REMAC Certification. NYC REMAC Certification (If working in the Montefiore Division). Works outdoors and indoors with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and to blood/body fluids, requires respirator use, fumes/odors, extended day, and temperature changes. Frequently works with others, face-to-face contact with others, with exposure to noise, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment. Performs shift work and performs duties frequently in a mobile environment and in confined areas. Physical Requirements The employee is regularly required to use hands to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is required to sit, climb or balance; step, stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must frequently lift and/or carry a maximum of 150 pounds unassisted and up to 300 pounds as part of a two-person crew. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. We are an equal opportunity employer. Our recruitment, selection, and hiring strategies are designed to attract, develop, and advance exceptional individuals regardless of race, color, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, disability, or any other legally protected status. We actively recruit military veterans. Travel Required Yes. Various Stations in Westchester and Rockland Counties Behaviors Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest Detail Oriented: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity Team Player: Works well as a member of a group Motivations Growth Opportunities: Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility Goal Completion: Inspired to perform well by the completion of tasks Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals Licenses & Certifications EMT-P PALS CPR ACLS Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. 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