EMT - Gundersen Health System Ambulance - Richland Center

gundersenhealth; Richland Center (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Gundersen Health System Ambulance is seeking a casual fulltime EMT to join the Richland Center ambulance team. You will respond, treat, and transport patients in emergency and non-emergency settings, working as part of a crew in rural 911 and interfacility transfers.

Starting pay is $17.93 per hour, with increases based on experience. The role offers 24/48 shifts (80 hours biweekly) and on-site station work, with comprehensive training opportunities and EMS certifications.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency.
• National Registry EMT-Basic (NREMT) certification.
• Wisconsin EMT-Basic (EMT-B) certification by start; Iowa EMT license within 90 days.
• Valid Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Iowa driver’s license.
• Current Infant-Adult BLS for Health Care Providers.
• CEVO or equivalent certification and ICS 100, 200, 700 within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Respond, treat, and transport patients in emergency and non-emergency settings.
• Function as a crew member of an ambulance in Rural 911 and interfacility transfer environments.
• Provide EMT-level clinical care under Gundersen Health System medical direction.

Skills

Driver's license

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

National Registry EMT-Basic (NREMT)

Wisconsin EMT-Basic (EMT-B)

Iowa EMT license within 90 days

Current Infant-Adult BLS for Health Care Providers

CEVO or equivalent & ICS 100, 200, 700

Tools

NREMT

EMT-B

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Gundersen Health System Ambulance (GHSA) is seeking a casual fulltime EMT to join our highly committed and driven Richland Center ambulance team as we provide the most advanced pre-hospital patient care available to an area of nearly 1,000 square miles covering parts of both Iowa and Wisconsin. With a dedicated staff of highly skilled Paramedics and experienced EMTs, we are able to provide 911 emergency response and interfacility medical services 24 hours a day.

What You'll Do:

• As an EMT, you will respond, treat, and transport patients in emergency and non-emergency settings.
• You will function as a crew member of an ambulance in both Rural 911 and interfacility transfer environments, providing transfer services for Gundersen Critical Access hospitals and non-affiliated hospitals throughout the region.
• You will perform EMT-level clinical care to patients of all ages in accordance with established policies, protocols, and standards under the guidelines of Gundersen Health System medical direction.

What's Available:

• Fulltime, 80 hours biweekly (1.0 FTE)
• 24/48 Work Schedule: Work a 24-hour shift, have 48 hours off
• Will be located at the ambulance station during your scheduled shift(s)
• After New Employee Orientation, will orientate to the bay and rigs at site specific location and will be scheduled 10x12hr ride along shifts with a Field Training Officer
• Will receive internal training for Incident Command System & Certified Emergency Vehicle Operation (CEVO)
• Starting pay of $17.93 per hour and up, based on your years of experience

What You'll Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalency
• National Registry Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (NREMT)
• Wisconsin Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (EMT-B) by time of start; with Iowa EMT license within 90 days of the hire date
• Valid Wisconsin, Minnesota, or Iowa driver's license
• Current Infant-Adult Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers (with hands-on learning)
• Certified Emergency Vehicle Operation (CEVO) or equivalent &ICS 100, 200 and 700 course certificates required within 60 days of hire
• Prior work experience in an emergency or pre-hospital setting is strongly preferred

What You'll Get:

• Unlimited potential at one of the leading health systems in the midwestern United States
• A highly adaptable and mission-driven organization with a work environment that supports you personally and professionally and a work culture where you are valued and appreciated
• A care team with longevity and low turnover, strong teamwork model, and the ability to work with complex patient cases both independently and as a team
• Ability to grow and expand your EMS skills working within a dynamic patient population, paired with continual learning and educational opportunities
• Supported with state-of-the-art medical equipment including ventilators, heart monitors & IV pumps; advanced ambulance and dispatch technology
• Continuous medical control by Gundersen emergency and specialty physicians & clinical benchmarks ensure our quality patient care remains highly effective
• Support for your career growth and advancement through departmental leadership support, Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, and Career Development Center
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy an attractive hourly rate, based on your years of experience, ensuring your skills and dedication are valued and rewarded
• A comprehensive and generous benefits package (Medical, Dental, Life Ins, HSA/FSA) ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
• Substantial retirement contribution including 401k match & annual discretionary base contribution
• Flexible work schedules for early risers, night owls, weekenders, and everyone in between allowing you to maintain a work-life balance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) combines vacation, sick, and personal days into one balance to allow you the flexibility to use your time off as you need
• Other benefits include a Wellness program with incentives, employer‑paid life insurance and AD&D, optional short‑term and long‑term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, identity theft protection, pet insurance, Inspire & Celebrate colleague recognition and rewards program, a discount program, and more!

Gundersen Health System Ambulance offers progressive protocols, modern and high-quality equipment, a friendly work environment, along with excellent pay and benefits. As part of a large integrated health system, our EMTs play a significant role in the outcomes of our patients and are treated with value and respect by all area health care providers.