Howdy Ethan212,
Yes, an Emergency Medical Specialist (EMT) or
paramedic in New York City should expect to be
tested for marijuana usage not only when they
are applying for the position, but through the
life of that career.
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Here are the pertinent excerpts from the requirements
for both jobs, with the EMT position listed first.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/pdf/ems_emt.pdf
"EMERGENCY MEDICAL SPECIALIST - EMT
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
...
Exam. No. 2069 - Page 2
...
Medical and Psychological Assessment: Medical and
psychological guidelines have been established for
the position of Emergency Medical Specialist - EMT.
...
Additionally, employees will be expected to continue
to perform the essential functions of the position
of Emergency Medical Specialist ... and may ... be
medically and psychologically tested periodically
throughout their careers.
...
Physical Testing: Physical standards have been
established for the position of Emergency Medical
Specialist - EMT. Eligibles will be required to
pass a qualifying physical test, and may be required
to undergo periodic physical testing throughout
their careers.
Drug Screening Requirement: You must pass a drug
screening in order to be appointed."
For the paramedic position, you can refer to the
following PDF file, which has essentially the same
wording as above.
http://www.nyc.gov/html/dcas/pdf/ems_paramedic.pdf
"EMERGENCY MEDICAL SPECIALIST - PARAMEDIC
(FIRE DEPARTMENT)
...
Exam. No. 2078 - Page 2"
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