EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN II (AM-03) [2 vacancies]
EMERGENCY MEDICAL TECHNICIAN II (AM-03) [2 vacancies]
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- Delivering Critical Care with Integrity Join our EMT Team!
This recruitment is NOT for the entry-level Emergency Medical Technician I (Recruit) (AM-01). Applicants must possess a current valid State of Hawaii Board of Medical Examiners Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) Certificate to meet minimum qualification requirements.
TheHonolulu Emergency Services Departmentis hiring for Emergency Medical Technician II. Join our dedicated Emergency Medical Services team who provide critical basic life support services and emergency medical care at the scene of accidents or illness or during patient transport. There is also opportunity to enroll in and attend Mobile Intensive Care Technician courses to progress upward to become paramedics.Appointments will be made on a temporary (limited-term) basis. This is a rewarding opportunity for professionals committed to saving lives and making a direct impact on community health and safety.
Special Working Conditions: Work includes irregular hours rotating and/or night shifts weekend and/or holiday work. Work hours may be on an 8- or 12-hour work schedule depending on the specific position. Must be available to work at all locations on Oahu. Use of safety and protective equipment is required due to possible exposure to hazardous and obnoxious conditions.Work involves possible exposure to communicable diseases bodily fluids and hazardous materials. Work may involve driving under hazardous road traffic and weather conditions; lifting and moving patients under extreme conditions; and working in hazardous surroundings.
Apply today! If you qualify for the position your name will be eligible for referral to the hiring department for further consideration for the current job openings. Additional Job Information
- Applications must be submitted online by August 2 2025 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Standard Time (HST) to be accepted.Some notifications will be sent via e-mail. You are responsible for monitoring instructions and correspondence from this office by checking your e-mail account in a timely manner. To ensure proper delivery please make sure you:
- use a valid e-mail account;
- verify your e-mail address is entered correctly on your GovernmentJobs account;
- check your spam folders;
Notifications may also be sent via text message if opted into the service. Data and text messaging fees apply. Minimum Qualification Requirements
At the time of application you must be a citizen national or permanent resident alien of the United States or a non-citizen eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment.
The following requirements must be met as of August 2 2025 or as stated:
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
1) Graduation from high school;and
2) Satisfactory completion of a State of Hawaii Department of Health approved Emergency Medical Technician (Basic Life Support) training program.
LICENSE REQUIREMENT:
Required Prior to Appointment:
1) Appropriate valid drivers license (automobile/Type 3);
2) Current Hawaii Board of Medical Examiners Emergency Medical Technician Basic (EMT-B) Certificate;and
3) Current State Department of Transportation medical examination certificate.
The State of Hawaii does not have reciprocity with other States or the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians. You must meet the licensing requirements set by the State of Hawaii. For licensing requirements please refer to Requirement: You must submit evidence of your State of Hawaii EMT-B Certificate to be given credit. Please attach an electronic copy of your State of Hawaii EMT-B Certificate to your application. Or mail a photocopy of your EMT-B Certificate to the following address: Department of Human Resources 650 South King Street 10th Floor Honolulu HI 96813.Copies will not be returned.
All licenses and certifications must be valid at the time of hire and maintained throughout employment. Maintenance of these licenses/certifications and a satisfactory driving record is a condition of employment.
Examination Process
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE EVALUATION: In addition to meeting the above minimum qualifications your application will be further evaluated. Your score will be based on the quality and quantity of your education experience and/or other related job requirements and competencies applicable to the position. Failure to provide sufficient information may result in your application being rejected or your receiving a lower score.
EXAMINATION WEIGHT:
Education and Experience Evaluation..........................100%
EMPLOYMENT SUITABILITY:
Emergency Medical Technicians must possess sound moral character integrity and credibility in addition to the ability to provide emergency medical services. They must have the ability to make sound judgments in emergency situations and must be capable of driving an ambulance safely in response to calls for emergency medical services. If selected the candidates background and driving record will be reviewed to determine the candidates suitability for employment as an Emergency Medical Technician II.
To determine employment suitability for the position of Emergency Medical Technician II the Department of Human Resources will review criminal convictions driving records dismissals from employment and separations from military service under other than honorable conditions.
MOBILE EMERGENCY CARE SPECIALIST TRAINING PROGRAM:
All persons employed as Emergency Medical Technician II must within a reasonable time progress through to Mobile Emergency Care Specialist I to maintain employment with the City. Continuation in the program will be based upon the successful completion of all phases of training and State licensure in a timely manner. All employees completing the program must agree to work for the Citys Emergency Medical Services for two (2) years following State EMT-P licensure.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
