Paramedic

Allina Health; South Dakota; On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental

PTO/Time Away

Retirement Savings Plans

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Allina Health EMS is seeking a Paramedic to join our hospital-based EMS system that values experience, supports growth, and empowers you to make a difference in the communities we serve.

We offer a $2,000-$5,000 starting bonus for eligible external talent, a .9 FTE schedule (72 hours per two-week pay period), and variable shifts with every other weekend. Join us to respond to 911 calls and provide advanced life support in pre-hospital care.

Qualifications

• Associate’s or vocational degree within 24 months of hire.
• 4 years working in 911 environment; degree requirement waived.
• For paramedic in good standing who separates from the organization and returns within 12 months, degree requirement waived.
• Passing of Fitness for Duty testing.
• To obtain credentials in accordance with the Office of Medical Direction within the probational period and maintain thereafter

Responsibilities

• Provides life support patient care to those suffering an injury, illness or mental health crisis in a pre-hospital setting.
• Responds 911.
• Directs care plan on scene.
• Obtains and secures Class A narcotics.
• Documents and provides reports to receiving facility.
• Transports from scene or from facility to facility.
• Establishes and maintains communications with internal and external customers.
• Maintains vehicle and equipment.
• Cleans and stocks.
• Operates vehicle in accordance with driving laws and company procedure.
• Maintains, sets up and uses equipment to include ventilators, IV pumps and other advanced level equipment per manufacturer and company procedure.
• Reports safety and/or potential safety hazards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Life support

911 responder

Documentation

Equipment operation

Education

Associate's or Vocational degree within 24 months from date of hire

Tools

ACLS

BLS

PALS

Job description

Location Address:

220 Capital DrSTE 500Buffalo, MN 55313

Date Posted:

June 30, 2026

Department:

84006728 West Rural Ambulance

Shift:

Day/Evening/Night (United States of America)

Shift Length:

Variable shift length

Hours Per Week:

36

Union Contract:

L167-1-EMTs and Paramedics-TTR

Weekend Rotation:

Every Other

Job Summary:

Join Allina Health EMS as a Paramedic and build a rewarding career in a trusted, hospital-based EMS system that values your experience, supports your growth, and empowers you to make a difference in the communities we serve.

Key Position Details:

**$2,000-$5,000 starting bonus available available for eligible external talent**

• .9 FTE (72 hours per two-week pay period)
• Variable hours, day/evening/night shifts
• Every other weekend
• Shift bid every six months based on seniority

Meet our Care Team members: Paramedics

Job Description:

Responds and provides 911 patient care services in a pre-hospital setting. Directs care plan on scene, documents and provides reports to receiving facility. Maintains and operates vehicle adhering to driving laws and company policy. Maintains, sets up and uses equipment to include ventilators, IV pumps and other advanced level equipment.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Provides life support patient care to those suffering an injury, illness or mental health crisis in a pre-hospital setting.
  • Responds 911.
  • Directs care plan on scene.
  • Obtains and secures Class A narcotics.
  • Documents and provides reports to receiving facility.
  • Transports from scene or from facility to facility.
  • Establishes and maintains communications with internal and external customers.
• Maintains vehicle and equipment.
  • Cleans and stocks.
  • Operates vehicle in accordance with driving laws and company procedure.
  • Maintains, sets up and uses equipment to include ventilators, IV pumps and other advanced level equipment per manufacturer and company procedure.
  • Reports safety and/or potential safety hazards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate's or Vocational degree within 24 months from date of hire
• 4 years working in 911 environment, degree requirement waived
• For paramedic in good standing who separates from the organization and returns within 12 months, degree requirement waived
• Passing of Fitness for Duty testing
• To obtain credentials in accordance with the Office of Medical Direction within the probational period and maintain thereafter

Licenses/Certifications:

• Certified Paramedic - Office of EMS required if working in MN or
• Certified Paramedic - WI Emergency Medical Services required if working in WI
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Source - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required upon hire. After hire recertification required through American Heart Association
• Valid Driver's License required upon hire - MN and WI residents must obtain a valid driver's license in their state of residence within 60 days of employment
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support; American Heart Association or American Red Cross. For employees hired prior to June 1, 2025, required by January 1, 2027. After hire recertification required through American Heart Association

Physical Demands:

• Very Heavy Work:
• Lifting weight excess of 100 lbs. occasionally, over 50 lbs. frequently

Pay Range:

Pay Range: $32.20 to $47.86 per hour

The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work.

Benefit Summary:

Allina Health believes the best way to provide safe and compassionate care for our patients is by nurturing the passion of those who care for them. That's why we devote extraordinary resources to help you grow and thrive - not only as a professional but also as a whole person. When you join our team, you have access to a wealth of valuable employee benefits that support the total well-being - mind, body, spirit and community - of you and your family members.

Allina Health is all in on your well-being. Because well-being means something different to everyone, our award-winning program provides you with the resources you need to help you navigate your personal journey. This includes well-being dollars, dedicated well-being navigators, and many programs, activities, articles, videos, personal coaching and tools to support you on your journey.

In addition, Allina Health offers employee resources groups (ERGs) - voluntary, employee-led groups that serve as a resource for members and organizations by fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace aligned with the organization’s mission, values, goals, business practices, and objectives. Allina Health also engages employees in various community involvement and volunteering events.

Benefits include:

• Medical/Dental

• PTO/Time Away

• Retirement Savings Plans

• Life Insurance

• Short-term/Long-term Disability

• Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness)

• Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable

• Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

• Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer

*Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union.