EMT, Keycare (3826)

Trinity Health; Minot (ND); On-site; USD 26,174 - 37,195; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health KeyCare in Minot, ND is seeking an EMT to provide basic emergency care, transport patients, and support prehospital and interfacility missions. You will perform patient assessments, document care, and operate EMS equipment within established protocols, while collaborating with a dedicated EMS team to ensure safe, timely care.

ND EMT license eligibility is required within 90 days of hire; prior EMS experience is not required.

Qualifications

• ND EMT license eligible and must obtain within 90 days of hire.
• EMT program completion evidenced by licensure.
• Continuing education credits: at least ten hours annually per respiratory requirements.
• No prior EMS experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic emergency medical care and transport to patients in prehospital and interfacility settings in accordance with EMT scope of practice and EMS protocols.
• Perform patient assessments, obtain vital signs, and assist with treatments and interventions under direction and protocol.
• Operate and maintain equipment, stretchers, and vehicles safely; assist with lifting, moving, and transferring patients.
• Document care and transport activities accurately and timely in required EMS and hospital systems.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, EMS partners, and receiving facility staff.
• Participate in training, drills, and quality improvement activities; perform other EMS duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication

Team collaboration

EMT knowledge

Education

EMT program licensure

Job description

Job Details

Location: Trinity Health KeyCare (30) - Minot, ND 58701. Position Type: Full Time. Salary Range: $18.60 - $26.97 Hourly. Job Shift: Days. Job Category: Emergency Medical Services.

Position Summary

The Keycare EMT provides clinical support services by delivering basic emergency medical care, patient transport, and related patient care activities for individuals in prehospital, interfacility transport, and hospital-associated settings. In this role, the EMT conducts patient assessments and performs appropriate interventions within the established EMT scope of practice, in alignment with Trinity Health policies, medical direction, and approved EMS protocols. As a valued member of a collaborative EMS team, the Keycare EMT works closely with fellow responders, clinical partners, and support staff to promote safe, timely, and coordinated care. The position supports a professional and well‑organized care environment where teamwork, communication, and shared responsibility contribute to consistent service delivery and positive patient experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide basic emergency medical care and transport to patients in prehospital and interfacility settings in accordance with EMT scope of practice and EMS protocols.
• Perform patient assessments, obtain vital signs, and assist with treatments and interventions under direction and protocol.
• Operate and maintain equipment, stretchers, and vehicles safely; assist with lifting, moving, and transferring patients.
• Document care and transport activities accurately and timely in required EMS and hospital systems.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, EMS partners, and receiving facility staff.
• Participate in training, drills, and quality improvement activities; perform other EMS duties as assigned.

Licenses and Certifications Required

• NREMT Eligible for ND EMT license and must obtain within 90 days of hire date.

Educational Requirements

• EMT program as evidenced by licensure.

Experience Requirements

• None

Special Skills or Training Requirements

• Ability to apply principles of learning to age specific group.
• Ability to apply principles of pathophysiology and treatment in areas of expertise to age specific group.
• Good understanding of medical guidelines for home oxygen use and diseases relating to respiratory care, preferred.
• Minimum of ten hours of continuing education credits required annually per respiratory requirements.

Physical Requirements

The Hospital EMT requires the ability to stand, walk, and move for 8–12 hours per shift; frequently lift, carry, push, and pull patients and equipment; and perform frequent bending, reaching, kneeling, and other physical activities associated with emergency medical services. Team members must be able to lift, push, or pull at least 50 pounds and assist with heavier loads as part of a team to support patient mobility, stretcher handling, and equipment movement. Adequate vision, hearing, and communication abilities are required for safe patient care and operation of vehicles and equipment.

Environmental Requirements

Work is performed in ambulances, patient homes, healthcare facilities, and outdoor or community environments, with potential exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, weather extremes, traffic hazards, noise, and emotionally stressful situations. Duties may involve working in confined spaces, on uneven terrain, and in hightraffic or uncontrolled environments. The role requires use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and adherence to safety protocols; variable shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and oncall assignments, may be required.