Ambulance Driver - New York, United States - Assist Ambulance

Description

Job Description

Assist Ambulance is looking for drivers with a passion for healthcare to join us in Brooklyn as part-time or full-time MVOs (Motor Vehicle Operators) working alongside Emergency Medical Technicians to provide exceptional emergency medical services with Basic Life Support. This is a very interactive job that will require interactions with patients, staff members, and involves lifting and carrying patients, in addition to safely driving the ambulance throughout all five boroughs.

Assist Ambulance will train and evaluate drivers according to Assist's safe driving policies and procedures. If you are not already, Assist will also get you certified in CPR to be able to start driving the ambulance and providing care to patients alongside the EMT.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years old with 2 years driving experience in New York City
• Must have a valid New York State D Class driver's license with no major moving violations or suspensions
• DJ licenses and out of state licenses are not accepted
• Must be physically fit to lift 125 lbs. in accordance with the NYS DOH and pass a lifting assessment
• Must be able to get 19A physical clearance and negative PPD test (vouchers provided)
• Must pass two driving assessments
• Must be able to pass a 10 panel drug screening including cannabis/THC (We have a strict no tolerance policy)
• Must be able to commit to at least two 8-hour shifts per week that are the same days every week (steady shifts)
• Per diem is not available at this time, only part time or full time steady scheduling (same shifts every week)
• Must be good with people and able to act responsibly under extreme duress
  
• Must pass a background check after job offer - as per NYS Fair Chance Act, candidates with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
  

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance - Blue Cross, Blue Shield Anthem Bronze plan
• Paid training
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off - 56 hours per calendar year
• Paid vacation - up to 40 hours at 1 year anniversary, 80 hours at 3 year anniversary, 120 hours at 6 year anniversary
• Free CPR certification and Certified Emergency Vehicle Operators certification
  
• Referral program
• Union membership after 30 days