Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (EMT) Statewide

About Cataldo

Since 1977, Cataldo Ambulance Service, Inc. has continually distinguished ourselves as a leader in providing routine and emergency medical services. As the needs of the community and the patient change, we continue to introduce innovative programs to ensure the highest level of care is available to everyone in the areas we serve.

Cataldo is the largest private EMS provider and private ambulance service in Massachusetts. In addition to topping 50,000 emergency medical transportations annually through 911 contacts with multiple cities, we partner with some of Massachusetts top medical facilities to provide non-emergency medical ambulance and wheelchair transportation services. We are also an EMS provider to specialty venues like Fenway Park, Warrior Arena, and TD Garden.

While Cataldo began as an ambulance service company, we continue to grow and expand the services we offer to the local communities. As a public health resource, Cataldo offers training and education to the healthcare and emergency medical community through the Cataldo Education Center. This includes certification training for new employees as well as the training needed for career advancement. Through our partnerships with local healthcare facilities, we have developed a mobile integrated health program, SmartCare, which provides in home treatment for patients. We also have delivered more than 1.6 million Covid-19 vaccines and continue to operate testing and vaccinations sites throughout the state of Massachusetts.

Position Highlights

• Starting wages up to $18/hr, commensurate with experience
• Competitive benefits package including paid time off, medical and dental insurance, and 401(k) available for full time employees.
• Scholarship program for Paramedic School
• Full time and part time opportunities available
• Positions available in the following communities: Beverly, Chelsea, Danvers, Everett, Lynn, Malden, Marblehead, Needham, Newburyport, Newton, Peabody, Revere, Salem, Saugus, Somerville, Swampscott, & Wakefield,

General Scope

The EMT-B is responsible for the safe and efficient response, treatment, and transport of all persons requesting or requiring emergent or non-emergent medical service.

Cataldo offers a robust training program designed with new EMT-B’s in mind, and is committed to a quality training and onboarding experience through our new onboarding program. Given the mix of contracts and communities we serve, Cataldo is the top destination for EMT’s who are looking to gain experience in both the 911 and inter-facility transfer lines of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver quality patient care in accordance with clinical policies, statewide protocol, and standards of care
• Attend to all patients in a courteous, professional manner
• Operate the ambulance in accordance with safety rules and regulations; company policies; federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and statutes
• Complete a vehicle and equipment checklist at the beginning of each assigned shift. Inspect and clean the assigned vehicle and all equipment. Ensure compliance with minimum stock requirements, proper function, and cleanliness of all equipment
• Complete and submit all documentation/paperwork requirements daily
• Communicate effectively with EMS agencies, physicians, and other health care providers
• Be knowledgeable of and comply with all company policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Must maintain a reliable attendance record
• Perform daily housekeeping duties at all assigned bases of operation
• Complete other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record
• Must be fully state certified, CPR certified, maintain and SAED authorization
• Must be able to pass a background check, including CORI
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and lift test
• Previous driving experience in a commercial setting a plus
• Commitment to providing exemplary customer service

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to life and maneuver 125 pounds with assistance and without difficulty
• Must be able to walk up and down stairs without difficulty and the ability to lift and carry 125 pounds up and down two flights of stairs with assistance and without difficulty
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time
• Must be able to sit, stand, kneel for long periods of time
• Must be able to walk without difficulty and without affecting the immediate performance of job-related duties
• Must be able to bend, stoop and crawl as duties require
• Occasionally must be able to work in low light and confined spaces