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EMT – Pre Hospital Care

Per Diem

Join Jamaica Hospital Medical Center

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center—one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades—is a 384-bed, not-for-profit, fully accredited community teaching hospital serving Queens since 1891, where we started in just a four-bedroom house. Today, we deliver nationally recognized care in cardiology, stroke, oncology, imaging, and emergency medicine, and are New York State’s only Primary Heart Attack Center and the first Comprehensive Stroke Center.

With an expanded Level I Trauma Center, Pediatric Emergency Department, modern maternity services, and over 120,000 ER visits annually, we offer dynamic opportunities for professional growth, impact and clinical excellence. Through our affiliation with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the upcoming opening of our newly built, state-of-the-art Cancer Center, we continue to expand access to world-class care.

As a safety-net hospital, filling a void for the people in the community, we proudly serve all patients regardless of ability to pay. Join us during this exciting period of growth and help shape the future of healthcare.

Mission: To serve our patients and the community in a way that is second to none. 

Vision: To be the premier integrated healthcare delivery system by providing the highest quality, most cost-effective service, which is accessible and sensitive to all.

Jamaica Hospital

JOIN JAMAICA HOSPITAL AS A 911 PRE-HOSPITAL EMT

Make a Life-Saving Impact!
Department: Emergency Medical Services – 911 Pre-Hospital
Location: Jamaica, Queens, NY
Shifts: Full-Time and Per Diem
Pay Rate:  $31.59/hr. – $36.54/hr.  DOE   Per Diem Rate: $37.04/hr.

About Us:
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, part of the MediSys Health Network, is a fully accredited teaching hospital and Level I Trauma & Stroke Center. Our Emergency Department operates 24/7, serving over 117,000 patients annually. Join a team committed to professional, compassionate care for our diverse Queens community.

Position Overview:
We’re seeking motivated EMT-Bs with at least 1 year of experience to join our high-volume 911 Pre-Hospital team. Respond to emergency calls, provide life-saving Basic Life Support (BLS), and gain real-world experience under the guidance of seasoned EMTs and paramedics. This is your chance to build a rewarding career in fast-paced emergency medical care.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Respond to emergency and non-emergency calls, providing BLS care at the scene.
  • Assess patients, perform CPR, airway management, oxygen administration, and other interventions.
  • Safely transport patients to medical facilities while ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Document all care accurately and maintain patient records.
  • Conduct daily ambulance inspections and maintain compliance with Department of Health regulations.
  • Collaborate with paramedics, hospital staff, fire, and police personnel to ensure seamless patient care

Tagged as: emt prehospital care

Requirements
  • Current NYS EMT-B Certification
  • Minimum 1 year EMT-B experience responding to emergencies
  • Valid NYS Driver’s License with a clean record.
  • Ability to drive safely in varied road and weather conditions
  • Composure under pressure and strong decision-making skills
  • Commitment to patient safety and professional care

What We Offer:

  • Competitive hourly wage and benefits (for eligible employees).
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities within MediSys Health Network.
  • Hands-on experience in a high-acuity, dynamic emergency care environment.
  • A mission-driven, supportive team dedicated to saving lives

Take the First Step in Your EMS Career!
Apply today and join the Jamaica Hospital team where every call matters, every patient counts, and every EMT grows.

Apply Here: [email protected]
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