Fire Service Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced (General)

City of Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Paid holidays

Job summary

The City of Philadelphia Fire Department is seeking candidates with current EMT-Advanced certification to join its team as Fire Service Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced. This role involves responding to emergency calls, assessing patients, stabilizing conditions, and transporting to hospital facilities.

You must maintain Pennsylvania EMT-Advanced certification, possess a valid PA driver's license, and meet the stated education requirements.

Qualifications

• Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
• Possession of a current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Advanced Certification issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Responsibilities

• This is advanced level Emergency Medical Technician field work responding to emergency calls from the public to administer emergency medical care and provide safe transport to an accredited hospital.
• Duties include assessing patient condition, stabilizing, and coordinating with fire, police and the public.
• While on rotating shifts, respond to emergencies under supervision of a fire officer.

Skills

Emergency medical care

First responder teamwork

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma

EMT-Advanced Certification

Job description

Who We Are

As an employer, the

Who We Are

As an employer, the City of Philadelphia values inclusion, integrity, innovation, empowerment, and hard work above all else. We offer a vibrant work environment, comprehensive health care and benefits, and the experience you need to grow and excel. If you’re interested in working with a passionate team of people who care about the future of Philadelphia, start here.

What We Offer

Impact - The work you do here matters to millions.

Growth - Philadelphia is growing, why not grow with it?

Diversity & Inclusion - Find a career in a place where everyone belongs.

Benefits - We Care About Your Well-being.

The City of Philadelphia is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.

Learn more here: https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

Equal Access to Civil Service Testing

The City of Philadelphia is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not permit discrimination based on race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, source of income, familial status, genetic information or domestic or sexual violence victim status. If you believe you were discriminated against, call the Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations at 215-686-4670 or send an email to [e-mail]. For more information, go to: www.phila.gov/humanrelations

The City of Philadelphia is committed to ensuring access to Civil Service examinations by providing appropriate accommodation for candidates with documented medical or religious reasons. Candidates may request accommodation for a Civil Service examination by contacting the Office of Human Resources (OHR) at 215-686-2350 or by email at [e-mail]. The accommodation process is interactive and requires cooperation and communication between the applicant and OHR. Decisions will be made on a case-by-case basis using the required documentation that is submitted. Requests are to be made in a timely manner prior to the scheduled date of the Civil Service examination.

Only an on-line application will be accepted for this exam. Paper applications will not be accepted.

Computers are available in the 3-1-1 Walk-In Center located in Room 167 of City Hall (Weekdays from 9 AM to 5 PM) and at your local Philadelphia Free Library branch.

For inquiries regarding City employment, contact the Office of Human Resources Monday through Friday between 8 AM and 4 PM by telephone at 215-686-0880 or by email at [e-mail]

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General Definition

The Philadelphia Fire Department is hiring candidates with current Emergency Medical Technician – Advanced certification issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join their dedicated team. You can gain unique experience in one of the busiest emergency services departments in the country and grow your career with room for advancement.

You must submit a copy of your certification to be considered.

For more information about becoming an Emergency Medical Technician – Advanced with the Philadelphia Fire Department, visit https://www.phila.gov/services/working-jobs/city-jobs-and-internships/join-the-fire-department/become-an-emergency-medical-technician-emt/

This is advanced level Emergency Medical Technician field work responding to emergency calls from the public to administer emergency medical care and provide safe transport to an accredited hospital emergency room or full-service medical facility. Employees in this class serve as a first responder with responsibility for assessing patient condition and determining actions necessary for stabilization and administering medications and vaccines. Comforting patients, reassuring family and bystanders, and coordinating with the general public, fire and police authorities are of major significance to this work. Duties are performed according to Pennsylvania standard emergency medical services for Advanced Emergency Medical Technician and related scope of practice and protocols. This class is distinguished from the lower level class by treatment of airway ventilation and oxygenation, immobilization and by administration of medication and intravenous needles. Employees in this class work on rotating shifts and are subject to adverse weather conditions, and work requires moderate physical effort. Work is performed under the general supervision of an administrative or technical fire officer.

David F Ross

City of Philadelphia – Office of Human Resources

1401 JFK Blvd., Room 1530

Philadelphia, PA 19102-1675

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail] all other inquiries please contact Customer Service at 215-686-0880 or email [e-mail]

Notes to Applicants and Projected Exam Information

TYPE OF ELIGIBLE LIST: OPEN-COMPETITIVE

Only an Open-Competitive eligible list will be established as a result of this examination. Permanent City employees will receive no promotional preference in this examination. Candidates who pass the exam and are placed on the civil service list will be retained on the list for a minimum of one year and a maximum of two years after the establishment of the Eligible List.

RESIDENCY WAIVER

The Civil Service Commission has waived the usual requirement that candidates must be residents of Philadelphia for one year prior to appointment/hire. Instead, establishment of residency in Philadelphia will be required no later than one (1) year after appointment.

PREFERENCE FOR PHILADELPHIA RESIDENT

Candidates who have maintained a bona fide residence in Philadelphia for at least one year prior to the date of the civil service examination shall have priority over all other people receiving an identical test score.

To receive such preference, candidates must respond to the question regarding residence on this application. This response will be used to determine eligibility for preference for residents. Documentation of residence may be required if there is any question as to whether you meet the residency preference requirements.

If an applicant does not respond to the appropriate residence question, it will be assumed that the applicant does not qualify for residence preference. Eligibility for residence preference must be determined by the date of the test administration. No requests for residence preference will be granted after the test administration.

INDEBTEDNESS NOTICE

As a condition of employment with the City, any person offered employment shall be required to certify that such person either is fully current on any and all debts, taxes, fees, judgments, claims, and other accounts and obligations due and owing to the City; or has voluntarily entered into a payment agreement with the City. For so long as the person is employed by the City, the amount of the payment as set forth in the payment agreement (not to exceed, for any pay period, twenty percent (20%) of the person’s gross pay for such period, without the person’s consent) shall be withheld from each paycheck until such payment agreement is fully satisfied.

Such person shall also be required to certify as a condition of employment that he or she is fully current on any and all debts, taxes, fees, judgments, claims, and other accounts and obligations due and owing to the Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) or has voluntarily entered into a payment agreement with PGW.

Failure to enter into a payment agreement shall result in the cancellation of the appointment and removal from the certification. The name of the eligible candidate will be returned to the eligible list.

U.S. VETERAN’S PREFERENCE

Ten (10) points for veteran’s preference will be added to the scores of eligible veterans who apply for open competitive tests and pass the examination. To be eligible, the veteran must be honorably discharged from the U.S. Armed Forces by the first date of the examination. Candidates must submit a DD214 Member-4 to the staff member listed on the announcement if they wish for their eligibility to be reviewed. Spouses of disabled or deceased veterans may also be considered and will be required to submit additional documentation.

LEGACY PREFERENCE

Ten (10) points for legacy preference will be added to the scores of the children and grandchildren of Philadelphia Firefighters or Police Officers who were killed or died in the line of duty who apply for open competitive tests and pass the examination. Candidates must submit documented proof of relationship to the deceased parent or grandparent AND the death certificate of the deceased parent or grandparent.

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER SERVICE PREFERENCE

Up To Five (5) Points Will Be Added To The Scores Of Eligible National Volunteers Who Apply For Open Competitive Tests And Pass The Examination. Candidates Must Submit a Copy Of Their Service Letter To The Staff Member Listed On The Announcement If They Wish For Their Eligibility To Be Reviewed. To Be Eligible, Candidates Must Have

• Successfully completed a term of volunteer service with Peace Corps, AmeriCorps NCCC (including FEMA Corps), or AmeriCorps VISTA. Such candidates will be awarded
• Five (5) points for the completion of a two-year term of service.
• Three (3) points for the completion of a one-year term of service.
• Successfully completed at least 450 hours of service with AmeriCorps State and National (including Teach for America).

Such Candidates Will Have

• 1 point added to their final score if they have completed 450 Hours of the above service.
• 2 points added to their final score if they have completed 675 Hours of the above service.
• 3 points added to their final score if they have completed 900 Hours of the above service.
• 5 points added to their final score if they have completed 1700 Hours of the above service.

Candidates must successfully pass all parts of the examination before veteran’s preference, legacy preference, national volunteer service preference or CTE preference points are awarded.

TYPE OF EXAM: MODIFIED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION

Approved applicants will receive a score of 70 and any additional preference points and be ranked on the eligible list. Applicants will not be asked to appear to take a scheduled examination.

An Eligible List will be established the week of August 31, 2026. Please note that this date may change.

CERTIFICATION RULE

Rule of List

TEST REVIEW PROCESS

In accordance with Civil Service Regulation 9.091D, candidates may review their answer sheets and other test papers to determine if they have been scored correctly or if there has been an irregularity in the administration of the examination. Candidates will have 30 days after the results have been mailed to review their test and to file a written appeal. Call 215 686-0880 if you wish to schedule a test review.

Level of Education Required

High School

Minimum Acceptable Training And Experience

The following statement represents the minimum training and experience standards which will be used to admit or reject applicants for tests. Candidates must meet requirements within 30 days after the last date for filing applications.

• EDUCATION: Education equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade.
• CERTIFICATION: Possession of a current Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)- Advanced Certification issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Physical And Medical Requirements

Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required of a position in this class.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND/OR CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid proper class motor vehicle operator's license issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to appointment and during tenure of employment as Fire Service Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced.

Employees in this class must have not been convicted of reckless driving or had a driver’s license suspended due to use of drugs or alcohol or a moving traffic violation within two years prior to the last date for filing applications and at any time during tenure of employment as a Fire Service Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced.

Possession of certification by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Emergency Medical Services Vehicle Operator at the time of application and during tenure of employment as a Fire Service Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced.

Possession of certification by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania as an Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced at the time of application and during tenure of employment as a Fire Service Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced.

Successful completion of the required hours of Continuing Education Credits every three years for recertification as an Emergency Medical Technician-Advanced during tenure of employment as a Fire Service Emergency Medical Technician- Advanced.

City Of Philadelphia Benefits Includes

• Medical
• Dental
• Prescription
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Hybrid Defined Benefit/Defined Contribution Plan
• Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistant Program
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid sick leave
• Vacation leave
• Paid personal days
• 8 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Backup Child and Adult care
• Wellbeing platform and programs
• Retiree Health Benefits
• Qualified Student Loan Forgiveness Employer
• Tuition Discounts for City Employees

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You may select only one response. Failure to select a response will result in disqualification of your application. Do you currently possess, or will you possess by September 1, 2026, the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)-Advanced Certification issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, as required in the Minimum Requirements section of the announcement? You must attach a copy of your Pennsylvania EMT-Advanced Certification to your application for verification. Failure to provide the required documentation may result in disqualification.

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• No

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