Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

UP Health System - Marquette; Escanaba (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits plan

PTO & leave

Tuition assistance

401(k) match

Wellness programs

Career growth

Job summary

UP Health System - Marquette, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) for Rampart EMS in Escanaba, MI. This full-time/PRN role involves 12-hour varied shifts, field EMS work, and direct patient care from scene to hospital.

Ideal candidates have MDHHS-approved EMT training, BLS-HCP, and preferred certifications (PEARS, ITLS/PHTLS, NRP). Join a team focused on delivering excellent patient care with strong benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• MDHHS approved EMT course required.
• BLS-HCP certification required.
• PEARS certification preferred.
• ITLS or PHTLS certification preferred.
• NRP certification preferred.
• CEVO or VFIS Driver Training preferred.
• 6 months EMS field experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Safely navigates ambulance to patient location and stabilizes scene; requests assistance as needed.
• Determines nature and extent of illness or injury and gathers patient history from available sources.
• Administers emergency medical care within scope of practice; stabilizes, monitors, and resuscitates patient en route to facility.
• Reports observations to medical personnel and follows directives from supervising Physician or RN.
• Maintains equipment, restocks supplies, and cleans ambulances as necessary.

Skills

Compassionate care

Team communication

Attention to detail

Education

MDHHS EMT course

BLS-HCP

PEARS

ITLS or PHTLS

NRP

CEVO / driver training

6 months EMS experience (preferred)

Job description

Your Experience Matters

UP Health System - Marquette is part of Lifepoint Health, a diverse healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)

Rampart EMS (Escanaba, MI)

Job Type: Full Time/PRN

Schedule: 12-hour varied shifts

How You’ll Contribute

An Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) who excels in this role will:

• Safely navigates ambulance to patient's location. Provides stabilization of scene and requests additional assistance as necessary.
• Determines nature and extent of illness or injury and patient’s history from available sources.
• Administers emergency medical care within scope of practice, including patient stabilization, monitoring, and resuscitation, from the scene to receiving medical facility.
• Contacts medical personnel, reports/records observations, and follows directives from supervising Physician or Registered Nurse.
• Maintains equipment, restocks supplies and cleans ambulances as necessary.

Why join us

We Believe That Investing In Our Employees Is The First Step To Providing Excellent Patient Care. In Addition To Your Base Compensation, This Position Also Offers

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage with tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What We’re Looking For

An applicant who has successfully completed MDHHS approved EMT course and has a valid Michigan driver’s license.

Additional Requirements Include

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)
• Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition, and Stabilization (PEARS) (Preferred)
• Trauma Course (ITLS or PHTLS) (Preferred)
• Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) (Preferred)
• Coaching the Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO), VFIS Driver Training, or equivalent (preferred)
• 6 months field experience in EMS (preferred)

More About Our Health System

UP Health System - is a 222‑bed hospital located in Marquette, Michigan, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System - Marquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.