Emergency Medical Technician-Nights

Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota • St. Paul, MN

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of licensed personnel, the Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) performs a variety of functions supporting and caring for patients who need urgent or emergency care. The EMT receives direction and assignments from physicians and nurses and provides technical support to optimize patient care.

The position is in the pediatric emergency department at Children’s Minnesota’s St. Paul hospital, a 32-bed, Level IV trauma center specializing in assessment and stabilization of acute pediatric illness, injury, and trauma. The department provides 24-hour access and is staffed by pediatric emergency medicine physicians, pediatric nurse practitioners, and certified pediatric emergency registered nurses. The care team values teamwork, open communication, safety, respect, learning, and professional growth, and incorporates the Comfort Promise to minimize procedural pain whenever possible. Care is family-centered and guided by the value of putting “Kids First.”

Requirements

• Current NREMT or Minnesota EMT license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Proficient communication, critical thinking, and prioritization skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English to perform the functions of the position.
• Basic computer operation skills.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of previous Emergency Room Technician, EMT, or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, abbreviations, and hospital procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support and care for patients requiring urgent or emergency care under the supervision of licensed personnel.
• Receive direction and assignments from physicians and nurses.
• Provide technical support to optimize patient care.

Benefits

• Medical benefits may be available.
• Dental benefits may be available.
• Vision benefits may be available.
• Retirement benefits may be available.
• Other fringe benefits may be available.
• Night, weekend, or on-call work may qualify for shift differentials or premium pay.

What This Job Offers

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