Paramedic

Glacial Ridge Hospital District; Glenwood (MN); On-site; USD 51,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work culture

Job summary

Glacial Ridge Ambulance in Glenwood, MN seeks a paramedic to deliver advanced life support, assess patients, and transport to the appropriate facility.

You’ll perform procedures such as airway management, cardiac monitoring, IV/IO access, and medication administration, while documenting care and maintaining HIPAA compliance.

This on-site, full-time/part-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Must possess MN Paramedic certification and National Registry (preferred).
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP and BTLS/PHTLS certifications are required or preferred as listed.
• Valid MN driver's license with insurable driving record; EVOC training required.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients and determine treatment and transport needs.
• Provide ALS care per Minnesota EMS protocols and director standing orders.
• Perform advanced procedures (airway management, cardiac monitoring, defibrillation, IV/IO access, meds).
• Monitor and document patient condition throughout treatment and transport.
• Maintain vehicle readiness, restock supplies, and report deficiencies.
• Complete appropriate paperwork for each run and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• Engage in public relations activities as needed and follow safety and infection control policies.
• Collaborate with Emergency Services Manager and external agencies.

Skills

Communication

Written & Verbal Skills

Teamwork

Decision Making

Basic Computer Skills

Education

MN Paramedic Certification

National Registry Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP)

BTLS or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS)

MN Driver’s License

EVOC Training

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Glenwood Ambulance Garage - Glenwood, MN 56334, Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time, Salary Range: $36.89 - $54.09 Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Glacial Ridge Ambulance is hiring a paramedic to provide advanced life support (ALS) emergency medical care, treatment, and transportation for patients experiencing medical emergencies, trauma, and other urgent health conditions. The Paramedic is responsible for assessing patients, providing evidence-based pre-hospital care within established protocols, and ensuring safe transport to the appropriate healthcare facility.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assess patients utilizing advanced clinical knowledge and critical thinking skills to determine appropriate treatment and transport needs.
• Provide advanced life support (ALS) care in accordance with Minnesota EMS protocols, Medical Director standing orders, and organizational policies.
• Perform advanced procedures including, but not limited to, airway management, cardiac monitoring and interpretation, defibrillation, cardioversion, intravenous and intraosseous access, medication administration, pain management, and other approved ALS interventions.
• Monitor, reassess, and document patient condition throughout treatment and transport.
• Promotes an environment of teamwork with fellow crew and various outside agencies. Communicates tactfully, professionally, and sensitively to the patient(s), family, bystanders, volunteers, and other professionals that will be encountered during a call.
• Operates the emergency vehicle safely, adhering to the guidelines from the EVOC curriculum and applicable laws and statutes governing the operations of the vehicle.
• Maintains vehicle compartments and equipment during shift, reporting all deficiencies to the Emergency Services Manager; cleans equipment and restocks supplies after a run; does various equipment/truck checks as required by the company.
• Collects and records patient data, assessment, and treatments provided accurately on the medical record and adheres to company policy and HIPAA requirements regarding patients’ right to privacy.
• Fills out and files the appropriate paperwork for each run in a timely manner for continuance of care, QA/QI, and billing purposes.
• Performs work related to public relations as required (e.g. school demonstrations, standbys at local events, interagency drills, etc.).
• Follow all organizational policies, safety standards, infection prevention practices, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Performs any or all duties requested or assigned by the Emergency Services Manager.

Schedule

• Full-Time
• Days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays

What We Offer

• Pay Range $36.89 – $54.09 per hour.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional development opportunities.
• A supportive and positive work culture.

GRHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Qualifications: Qualifications

Qualifications

• Current MN Paramedic certification is required.
• Current National Registry certification is preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), Neonatal Resuscitation Provider (NRP) and Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) or Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS).
• Current, non-suspended or revoked, MN driver’s license and have an insurable driving record.
• Must have proof of training in Emergency Vehicle Operations (EVOC).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to read and communicate effectively.
• Strong written and verbal skills.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Decision-making and problem-solving.
• Team building.

Performance Standards

• Must adhere to HIPAA confidentiality standards.
• Must adhere to the Keys to Heartfelt Care.
• Must be physically and mentally able to safely perform the responsibilities and duties of the position.