Emergency Medical Technician - Grand Rapids

North Memorial Medical Center; Grand Rapids (MN); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Emergency Medical Technician in Grand Rapids! This role offers the chance to provide essential life support and transport patients while working alongside a dedicated team. You'll benefit from a nurturing environment that prioritizes professional growth and offers comprehensive training opportunities. With a focus on inclusivity and support, this position not only allows you to make a significant impact on the community but also fosters your personal development. If you're passionate about helping others and seeking a fulfilling career in emergency medical services, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Insurance Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Supportive Work Culture

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current EMT Certification required upon start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic life support care and transport patients safely.
• Assist paramedics in delivering advanced care as directed.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Independence

Knowledge of Local Area

Education

High School Diploma or GED

EMT Training Program

IV and Medication Variance Training

Tools

BLS Certification

Class D Driver's License

ICS-100, ICS-200, ICS-700

Job description

Emergency Medical Technician - Grand Rapids

At North Memorial Health, you will be a valuable member of our inclusive and nurturing team that values professional growth, offering big benefits like tuition reimbursement and a supportive culture with a world of education and training opportunities.

Provides basic life support care to the sick and injured and safely transports customers of all ages to a medical facility for additional care. In addition, the EMT assists the paramedic in providing advanced level care within their scope of practice and training as directed by their Paramedic or RN Partner.

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required
• Successfully completed an EMT training program from an accredited institution required
• Must successfully complete IV and medication variance training through North Memorial Ambulance

Experience

• Previous ambulance experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated ability to organize, problem solve, make decisions during emergency situations and work independently.
• Possess or quickly acquire knowledge of the street and highway system within the service area.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Minnesota or Wisconsin EMT Certification upon start date.
• American Heart Association or American Red Cross BLS Certification upon hire or within 14 days.
• ICS-100, ICS-200 and ICS-700 or be able to obtain within 60 days of hire date.
• Valid Class D Driver's license in the state of residency with an acceptable driving record.
• Advanced EMT (AEMT) certification required for Wisconsin EMTs within 18 months of hire date or enrolled in and actively attending a Paramedic Program.

Salary Range: Medical Transportation EMT Outstate ($22.25 - $31.50), based on experience

Shift: Day/Evening/Night 12 hours

Remote or On-site: On-site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefit Eligibility: Health insurance benefits are available for this position. North Memorial Health offers multiple health plans based on work group eligibility.

Sign-on Bonus: This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus. Current team members or former team members employed by North Memorial Health, Maple Grove Health or Blaze Health in the last six (6) months are not eligible to receive a sign-on bonus.

The North Memorial Health System is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role, but your past experience doesn’t perfectly align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply anyway.

North Memorial Health

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