The men and women of Boston EMS serve the City of Boston with pride, skill, and compassion 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. As one of the busiest services in the country, Boston EMS responds to an average of 300 emergencies per day and more than 100,000 per year. Boston EMS is a recognized leader in the field of pre-hospital emergency medicine and boasts an exceptional team of highly skilled and specially trained EMTs and Paramedics. Our members are at the forefront of every medical emergency, large and small, making life and death decisions that impact the lives of thousands of people each year.

At Boston EMS, you will discover a fulfilling career with strong opportunities for advancement. Every day is different and every day is a challenge. Boston EMS offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, rigorous training programs, and endless opportunities for growth. You will be trained to deliver complex medical care to the critically ill and injured, building a set of invaluable problem solving skills. Boston EMS personnel are assigned to Field Operations, the Special Operations Division, the Boston Police Harbor Unit, bicycle teams, Dispatch Operations, the Training Division, and a variety of other specialty areas. Join Boston EMS and embark on the adventure of your life. Hit the streets. Take the challenge. Serve Boston.

For more information email a recruiter or call 617-343-1125.

NOTE: Paramedics are promoted from within the Department only. Many of our EMTs are certified Paramedics but work for us as EMTs, gaining valuable experience until the opportunity for promotion arises.

Non-Uniformed Positions

A group of highly skilled and talented administrative professionals support Boston EMS uniformed staff members as they execute the mission of the Department. Our diverse team includes financial analysts, policy experts, management information system specialists and experienced managers committed to public service. Choose a career where you can make a difference. Join Boston EMS.

Employee Testimonials

Meet some of our EMTs and Paramedics and find out why they love working for Boston EMS.
 
Denny Chan, EMT-B

 
 “The part I like best about EMS is that you’re out there on the streets making decisions. In high school I was interested in nursing, but some people I met steered me toward EMS. There’s a little bit more freedom in this field. Being an EMT is an interesting job that is always exciting and rewarding.”

Deputy Superintendent Kevin Shea, EMT-P



“What I love about this job is that there’s no routine to your day. You see people at their best and at their worst and you always find a way to help them. There’s a real satisfaction in helping people and making a difference.”



Captain Naomi Waters, EMT-P

“I've always been one to take on a challenge. The idea of not knowing what would be on the other side of a door or on the street and having to quickly gear up my thoughts for the best method of treatment to help a person is exciting.”