EMT | Tri-State Ambulance | Fulltime & Part-time

Gundersen Health System; United States; On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Gundersen Health System is seeking EMTs to provide high-quality medical care and transportation for patients who are ill or injured. You will work within Tri-State Ambulance, upholding policies, operating emergency vehicles, and documenting care with attention to safety and accuracy.

The role emphasizes compassionate service, teamwork, and ongoing skill development. Qualified candidates should have a High School diploma or GED, completed NREMT, and WI/MN licenses with MN eligibility.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Completion of a qualified NREMT program with the ability to be licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several abstract and concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must maintain current and valid Driver's License, certifications (CEVO, EMT) and WI/MN credentials.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of Tri-State Ambulance policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional appearance and cooperative conduct with EMS team.
• Maintain skills per national and state standards for EMT.
• continually upgrade emergency medical skills and knowledge.
• Render competent patient care within Tri-State Ambulance guidelines.
• Operate and inspect emergency vehicle and equipment, holding a valid driver’s license.
• Document information accurately per Tri-State, state, and local control.
• Perform tasks as assigned by Operations Supervisors and management.

Skills

Excellent patient service

Work under pressure

Quick decision making

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

NREMT certification completion

Wisconsin/Minnesota EMT license

CPR (Health Care Provider) certification

Tools

Current Driver's License

CEVO certification

EMT certifications in WI & MN

Job description

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you’re looking for a job to love, apply today.

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

What's Available: Fulltime and part-time EMTs at Tri-State Ambulance

What You'll Do

EMTs provide medical care and transportation for patients who are ill or injured. They should possess excellent patient service skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and the ability to make quick informed decisions about patient health. They are expected to be familiar with all onboard equipment, policies, and medical guidelines which pertain to their position.

Major responsibilities include

• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of, and compliance with, all Tri-State Ambulance policies and procedures
• Demonstrate the attitude of a health care professional to include, but not be limited to: maintaining a clean appearance; demonstrating courteous, professional and ethical behavior; and demonstrating the ability to work cooperatively with other members of the EMS health care system
• Demonstrate the skills and knowledge of a Nationally Registered EMT per the standards set forth by the United States Department of Transportation, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the State of Wisconsin, and the EMS medical director
• Demonstrate a sincere desire to continually improve and upgrade the skills and knowledge of the emergency medical profession
• Demonstrate the ability to render competent patient care within the guidelines of Tri-State Ambulance
• Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to inspect, safely operate, and maintain an emergency vehicle, including possession of a current and valid driver's license, and demonstrate knowledge and compliance with all State laws pertaining to the safe operation of an emergency vehicle
• Demonstrate the skills and knowledge required to inspect, safely operate, and maintain all equipment and tools relevant to an EMT
• Demonstrate the ability to work with other members of the medical and public safety communities
• Demonstrate the ability to accurately and completely document information required by Tri-State Ambulance, the State of Wisconsin, and local medical control
• Demonstrate physical ability to perform all tasks required in the performance of duties as an EMT
• Demonstrate the ability to clean and maintain the cleanliness of Tri-State Ambulance property, including, but not limited to, its vehicles, equipment, buildings and surrounding area(s)
• Perform additional tasks as assigned by Tri-State Ambulance Operations Supervisors and management

What You'll Need

• High school diploma or general education degree
• Completion of a qualified NREMT program with the ability to be licensed in Wisconsin and Minnesota
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to deal with problems involving several abstract and concrete variables in standardized situations
• Good working knowledge of all policies and procedures including local, state, and federal guidelines
• Must maintain current and valid Driver's License ICSC 100, 200, 700 completions
• Must maintain current certification as a Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO), or its equivalent
• Must maintain current and valid Wisconsin, Minnesota and NREMT certification
• Must maintain current and valid CPR (Health Care Provider) certification, or its equivalent

Equal Opportunity Employer

Around here, loving your job is part of the job. Join our mission in changing healthcare while finding a career you'll love! Gundersen Health System offers a proud, local history spanning more than 100 years. Our personalized patient care model is only the beginning of what you will experience as we foster population health transformation and innovation to serve our communities and you. We've made it a priority to enrich the lives of our employees as they find a career they love. Using each employee's unique talents and passions, Gundersen is committed to delivering exceptional patient and family-centered care to the communities we serve. You can be part of an exciting, 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 offering an employee-first culture, work-life balance, and career advancement & growth opportunities. This culture allows our organization to attract elite talent, like yourself!

What You Can Expect

• Empowerment to shape your work environment, encouragement to improve processes and create efficiencies, and support when seeking opportunities for growth
• Culture that encourages self-care and provides you with opportunities to be your best self at work and at home
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packages, as applicable, ensuring your comfort and well-being as a valuable team member
• Support for your career growth through Professional Development Opportunities, our Tuition Investment Program, Career Development Center, and online continuing education courses

Inside our walls and our neighborhoods, we deliver world-class medical care and the right amount of love. We call it LOVE + MEDICINE and it's more than our practice. It is who we are.

Gundersen Health System, based in La Crosse, WI, is the leading provider of primary and specialized care in western Wisconsin, southeast Minnesota, and northeast Iowa; serving more than 500,000 residents throughout 22 counties.

Our physician-led, not-for-profit healthcare system includes a 325-bed teaching hospital, tertiary referral center, and Level II Trauma Center; community clinics; 6 affiliate critical access hospitals; nursing homes; behavioral health services; vision centers; pharmacies; and air and ground ambulance services.

Together, we inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning, and innovating. We deliver Love + Medicine every day to change lives in our communities and enrich the lives of our employees.

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A rewarding career and an excellent quality of life awaits you.

Learn more about our excellence in patient care, education, research, culture, and something we call Love + Medicine at www.gundersenhealth.org/careers/life.