Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Full Time

Essentia Health • Fosston, MN

1d • $23 - $32 • Onsite

About The Position

Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.

Requirements

• State licensure/certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or higher in the appropriate state of practice
• NIMS 100, 200, 700
• BLS (Basic Life Support) within one month of hire
• Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer
• State background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults
• Must have 2 years drivers experience (MVR)
• Drivers 21 years and older with EMS licensure, must meet MVR requirements
• Drivers 18-20 with EMS licensure, must meet MVR requirements of Young Driver Probation AND will be placed in Young Driver Probation (MVR every 6 months and completed probation form)
• Over 75 years of age require medical permission

Nice To Haves

• Over 75, need to have medical permission

Responsibilities

• Responds to an emergent and non-emergent calls, assesses the situation, diagnoses and treats patients for emergency needs
• Reports patient information to medical staff in a timely and accurate manner
• Obtains a basic medical history and physical examination of the patient, and assesses the situation's urgency and seriousness
• Provides emergency care at the scene and during transit to the hospital
• Utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness
• Communicates with the medical care facility about the patient's condition, status and time of arrival
• May be requested to provide patient care in the hospital setting performing tasks delegated by the RN based on the scope of the individual’s training and capabilities.

Benefits

• Generous Paid Personal Leave
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Adoption assistance program
• Wellness Program
• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.
• medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options
• 401(k) plan with employer contributions
• flexible scheduling
• generous time off
• wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed