EMT Trainee - Medical Transportation

HealthPartners; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners Medical Transportation in Minnesota is seeking EMT Trainees to gain hands-on training toward EMT certification. The role includes equipment setup, non-emergency transport, and patient documentation in the ePCR system.

Trainees work under supervision to become certified EMTs and may receive tuition reimbursement. Education requirements include a high school diploma and enrollment in an EMT program, with no prior EMT certificate required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required or enrolled in EMT program.
• Current or soon-to-be EMT student pursuing certification.
• BLS certification or ability to obtain within 3 months.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and set up equipment for ambulance and wheelchair vans.
• Operate department vehicles for non-emergent medical transport.
• Document services provided to patients in the approved ePCR system.
• Assist in delivery of Basic Life Support under EMT/Lead EMT direction.
• Train to become certified EMT during trainee program.

Skills

BLS Certification

EMT Training enrollment

ePCR documentation

Vehicle operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in EMT training program

Tools

ePCR system

Job description

We are excited to announce a new opportunity for aspiring EMTs. Due to recent expansion of services, HealthPartners Medical Transportation (HPMT) has several exciting new positions available as an EMT Trainee.

Our EMT Trainee position will provide you the on-hands training and education to complete your EMT certification with the Minnesota Emergency Services Regulatory Board. The purpose of this Trainee position is to provide an opportunity to individuals who have interest in the EMS field to get their EMT Certificate. It is not intended for individuals who already have their EMT Certificate.

Under the direction of the Operations Supervisor, the EMT Trainee performs duties in the maintenance and setup of BLS ambulance and wheelchair van equipment. Operates department vehicles and provides non-emergent medical transportation services to patients per MN Department of Transportation (DOT) Specialized Transportation Service (STS) authority. Assists in the delivery of Basic Life Support services under the direction of an EMT/Lead EMT in the hospital, on-scene, or in moving ambulances. Documents services provided to patients in the approved ePCR system. Performs other related duties as assigned.

The EMT Trainee plays a critical role providing transportation services on our medical transportation vehicles while also training to become a certified EMT. No experience is required. If not already enrolled in an EMT program, department sponsored training will be provided over the course of a few months in this trainee position in order to become EMT certified. If already enrolled in a program, tuition reimbursement will be provided to help cover costs of training program upon completion.

Minimum Requirements:

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent. Accepted and/or enrolled into an EMT Training program or enrollment in a department-sponsored EMT training course within 6 months of hire. Must remain enrolled as a student in an EMT training program and progress towards graduation as a certified EMT or awaiting MN EMSRB certification upon completion.

Experience: None required.

Licensure/Certification: Current AHA BLS Healthcare Provider certification or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire

Must meet MN DOT STS Driver requirements. A driver must, for the past three years:

• Have not had a driver’s license canceled, revoked or suspended.
• Have a driving record clear of conviction for driving a motor vehicle without a valid current license for the class of vehicle drive.
• Have a driving and criminal record clear of convictions for driving under the influence of alcohol or a controlled substance under MN statutes or an ordinance in conformity with that section, of alcohol-related driving by commercial vehicle drivers under MN Statutes and of driver’s license revocations under MN Statues.
• Pass DOT physical examination
• Complete MN DOT STS Driver Training within 45 days of hire