Paramedic - Princeton

North Memorial; Minnesota; On-site; Full time

Job summary

North Memorial Health is seeking a Paramedic to provide advanced life support care and transport patients. The role requires completion of an accredited paramedic training program, and candidates with diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits.

Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefit Packages

401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per child

Child Care Discount Program

Education/Tuition Reimbursement

24/7 Fitness Center Access

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited paramedic training program required.
• Previous ambulance and ALS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides advanced life support care to the sick and injured.
• Safely transports patients of all ages to medical facilities.

Skills

Problem-Solving

Decision-Making

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Local Streets

Education

Associate of Science degree

Job description

At North Memorial Health, you’re part of an inclusive health team rooted in our values: Advocate Courageously, Rally Together, Respect Uniqueness, and Create Impact. Empathy and care are central to North’s culture, supporting each team member’s wellbeing and growth. Our strength lies in our diversity, and we embrace each person’s unique contributions and experiences. Together, we empower patients to achieve their best health.

Our health system includes two hospital locations in Robbinsdale and Maple Grove, along with a network of 25 clinics—13 primary care, 6 specialty, 4 urgent care/urgency centers, and emergency services across five counties. Robbinsdale Hospital, established in 1954, is a 385-bed facility recognized as a top Level 1 Trauma center for 25 years and a Level II pediatric trauma center. Maple Grove Hospital, founded in 2009, is a 134-bed facility recognized for Women and Children Care, with a Level III NICU, and is the largest Family Birth Center in the state (~5,000 deliveries annually). Both hospitals have been named to the 2022 Fortune/Merative 100 Top Hospitals list and the 2023 Women’s Choice Award Best Hospitals list.

Benefits the North Way!

As a non-profit organization, North Memorial Health offers eligibility for the Public Student Loan Forgiveness program. Most full-time and many part-time positions include benefits:

• Health & Welfare Benefit Packages
• 401k Retirement Match or Pension Plan, depending on workgroup
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Adoption Reimbursement up to $3000 per child
• Child Care Discount Program with 10% off weekly tuition through New Horizon
• Education/Tuition Reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center Access for eligible team members

Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

We recognize that our team’s strength is in diversity and strive to embrace each person’s unique background, language, beliefs, and customs. Our initiatives promote authenticity and aim to dispel myths, assumptions, and implicit biases, ensuring everyone feels valued and included.

About this position

Provides advanced life support care to the sick and injured, safely transporting patients of all ages to medical facilities. Assists with other services and events as directed by North Memorial Ambulance Service.

Requirements

Education

• Completion of an accredited paramedic training program required.
• Associate of Science degree preferred.

Experience

• Previous ambulance and ALS experience preferred.
• For Air Care Paramedics, at least three years of ALS experience as a Paramedic required.
• Prior flight experience preferred for Air Care Paramedics.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to organize, problem-solve, and make decisions in emergencies, working independently.
• Knowledge of local streets and highways.

Licensure/Certification

• Current Minnesota or Wisconsin Paramedic Certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• ACLS and BLS certifications from the American Heart Association or Red Cross upon hire or within 14 days.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Additional certifications vary by role, including PALS, NRP, and flight-specific credentials, with specified timeframes for obtaining them.

We encourage candidates whose experience doesn’t perfectly match every qualification to apply, as we value diverse backgrounds.

Work Group: Non-Contract

Hours per biweekly pay period: 72

Shift: Day/Evening/Night, 12-hour shifts

Location: On-site

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Benefits: Health insurance options available based on eligibility.

Salary Range: $32.00 - $47.50 per hour, dependent on experience.

Shift Differential: Possible depending on shift worked.

North Memorial Health is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable laws. For accommodations or concerns, contact HR at 763-581-6947.