Emergency Medical Technician Metro

North Memorial Health Career Portal • Brooklyn Center, MN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides basic life support care to sick and injured people and safely transports customers of all ages to a medical facility for additional care. The EMT also assists a paramedic in providing advanced-level care within the EMT’s scope of practice and training, as directed by their Paramedic or RN Partner. This is an on-site position with variable day, evening, and night shifts. Weekend work is required according to department rotation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Successful completion of an EMT training program from an accredited institution.
• Successfully complete IV and medication variance training through North Memorial.
• Demonstrated ability to organize, problem solve, make decisions during emergency situations, and work independently.
• Possess or quickly acquire knowledge of the street and highway system within the service area.
• Current Minnesota or Wisconsin EMT certification upon start date.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS certification upon hire or within 14 days.
• ICS-100, ICS-200, and ICS-700 certifications, or ability to obtain them within 60 days of hire.
• Valid Class D driver’s license in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record.
• Wisconsin EMTs must obtain Advanced EMT (AEMT) certification within 18 months of hire or be enrolled in and actively attending a Paramedic Program.

Nice To Haves

• Previous ambulance experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic life support care to sick and injured people.
• Safely transport customers of all ages to a medical facility for additional care.
• Assist the paramedic in providing advanced-level care within the EMT’s scope of practice and training, as directed by the Paramedic or RN Partner.

Benefits

• Eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program.
• Health insurance benefits, with multiple plans based on work group eligibility.
• 401(k) retirement match or pension plan, based on work group eligibility.
• Paid time off plans.
• Adoption reimbursement up to $3,000 per child.
• Childcare discount program with New Horizon: 10% off weekly childcare tuition.
• Education and tuition reimbursement.
• 24/7 fitness center access for benefit-eligible team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED