EMT or Advanced-EMT

Essentia Health•Superior, WI

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

Essentia Health is expanding emergency medical services to the Superior, WI region and is launching Destination Superior, a brand-new EMS initiative serving the Twin Port Communities. We are seeking dedicated Paramedics and EMTs who are passionate about delivering high-quality care and want to help shape the future of this growing service. Our mission is to make a healthy difference in people's lives, and this calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and 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
Over 75, need to have medical permission
BLS (Basic Life Support) within one month of hire
Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer
Current (valid) US/State Driver’s License
State background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults

Responsibilities

Responds to 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.