EMT Basic

American Medical Response; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

American Medical Response in Buffalo, NY seeks an Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT-B) to join our team. Starting pay is $22.04 per hour and up for full-time hires, based on experience. Orientations are scheduled for late August and late September 2026.

You will assess patients, provide emergency care, document care and maintain patient rights. You’ll keep a clean, stocked environment and cooperate with other health and public safety personnel to ensure safe ambulance operations.

Qualifications

• CPR/BLS certification is required.
• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• State EMT certification is required.

Responsibilities

• EMTs provide an assessment of patients, determine necessary care, and deliver emergency services by utilizing appropriate medical techniques and equipment.
• Document patient information, condition, and treatment while maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
• Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well‑stocked environment for patients.
• Use appropriate skills to provide care including communications, medical equipment, cleaning procedures, office equipment, and tools.
• EMTs operate an ambulance in conjunction with applicable company safety policies, and traffic laws related to the operation of emergency medical response vehicles.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow EMTs.

Skills

CPR/BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

State Driver’s License

State EMT certification

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT‑B)

Location: Buffalo, NY

Starting pay: Full-time hires start at $22.04 per hour and up, based on your years of experience.

Orientation dates: Our next orientations will be held in late-August and late-September 2026!

Responsibilities

• EMTs provide an assessment of patients, determine necessary care, and deliver emergency services by utilizing appropriate medical techniques and equipment.
• Document patient information, condition, and treatment while maintaining confidentiality and patient rights.
• Take pride in providing a safe, clean, and well‑stocked environment for patients.
• Use appropriate skills to provide care including communications, medical equipment, cleaning procedures, office equipment, and tools.
• EMTs operate an ambulance in conjunction with applicable company safety policies, and traffic laws related to the operation of emergency medical response vehicles.
• Work collaboratively and in a professional manner with all allied health and public safety personnel as well as your fellow EMTs.

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).
• State Driver’s License.
• State EMT certification.
• CPR/BLS certification.
• Driving record in compliance with company policy.
• Pass Physical Ability Test (PAT).
• Some work experience, preferably in healthcare, is preferred.

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