Emergency Medical Technician EMT

ELY AREA AMBULANCE SERVICES; Ely (MN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Great Work Environment

Competitive Compensation

Career Advancement Opportunities

Job summary

An emergency medical service provider in Ely, Minnesota, is seeking an experienced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to respond to emergency calls and assess patient needs. The ideal candidate should have a valid EMT license, excellent communication skills, and the ability to maintain calm in high-pressure situations. Responsibilities include administering first aid, collecting patient information, and ensuring proper communication with hospitals. This position offers competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• Required license or certification as per state and federal guidelines.
• Ability to act quickly in emergency situations.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner.
• Assess patients to determine the extent of illness or injury.
• Administer first aid and treatment to sick or injured people.
• Collect vital information from patients for hospitals.
• Communicate effectively with hospitals and treatment centers.
• Maintain an inventory of medical supplies on response vehicle.
• Attend training sessions to maintain certification.

Skills

Critical thinking

Excellent communication skills

Calmness under pressure

Problem solving

Job description

Benefits/Perks

• Great Work Environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) to join our team! As an EMT, you will be responding to emergency calls, assessing patient needs, and treating as necessary. You will also collect patient information, work closely with dispatch and receiving medical facilities, and create proper documentation for each call you receive. The ideal candidate has an excellent bedside manner, strong critical thinking skills, and works well in high‑pressure or stressful situations.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency calls in a timely manner, with the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Quickly and effectively assess patients to determine the extent of the illness or injury and establish priority treatment
• Administer first aid and treatment to sick or injured people
• Collect vital information from patients, and safely convey that message to hospitals or treatment facilities
• Communicate with hospitals, treatment centers, and other EMTs effectively to convey treatment needs after patients leave your care
• Maintain an inventory of medical supplies on your response vehicle, and resupply as needed
• Continue to attend training sessions to maintain certification and keep up to date with new medical knowledge

Qualifications

• Required license or certification required, as per state and federal guidelines
• The ability to act quickly in emergency situations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Valid drivers license with a clean driving record
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills