EMT-IV Tech

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Company Overview

Lakes Region EMS is an Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance service with a mixed rural and urban service area just northeast of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We proudly serve from bases located in Rush City, North Branch, and Lindstrom, Minnesota, as well as St. Croix Falls and Milltown, Wisconsin. We take great pride in delivering high-quality care to our communities. Our ambulances are staffed with highly trained Paramedics and EMTs equipped to provide emergency treatment for traumatic injuries and sudden illnesses.

Position Overview

We are seeking dedicated and compassionate Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) to join our team. As a casual EMT, you will play a crucial role in providing prehospital emergency medical care in a variety of settings, including accidents, medical emergencies, and interfacility transfers.

Responsibilites

Key responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, administering basic medical care, and safely transporting patients to medical facilities. The role requires quick thinking, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in dynamic and often challenging circumstances. Individuals who are successful at Lakes Region EMS encompass

• A growth-based mindset with the desire to continue learning clinically and professionally
• Strong enthusiasm, positivity, and the ability to lead by example
• Initiative, problem-solving, and critical thinking abilities
• Effective communication skills, both oral and written
• The ability to build strong, constructive relationships and engage in productive accountability conversations
• A professional and positive presence, representing Lakes Region EMS with integrity
• A collaborative, team-oriented approach
• Knowledge of (or willingness to learn) Advanced Life Support (ALS) procedures and protocols
• The ability to think critically while assessing and treating patients in emergency situations

Qualifications

• Current EMT certifications including NREMT, MN, and WI. Certifications are not required to apply; however, they are required for the role. If selected for a position, an offer would be contingent on obtaining each certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Valid driver's license
• The ability to pass a pre-employment screening that includes a drug test, health assessment (i.e., health history and physical/lift assessment, background check, including MedEx Complete, and motor vehicle record check
• Experience working in a pre-hospital emergency setting is a plus

At Lakes Region EMS, we believe taking care of our employees is essential to providing exceptional care to our communities. We offer a supportive, team-focused culture where employees are valued, encouraged to grow, and given the resources they need to succeed.

• A unique, progressive approach to EMS with a strong focus on employee support and development
• Flexible scheduling based on a Master Schedule with no shift bids, 100% PTO request approval, and the ability to work 24-hour shifts
• Static deployment with private crew bedrooms
• Experience-based pay, with additional pay for Wisconsin Critical Care endorsement
• Strong investment in education, professional development, and career growth
• Critical Care focus, including employer-paid FlightBridge Critical Care education for Paramedics, Hamilton T1 ventilators, and point-of-care ultrasound on each ambulance
• Strong relationships and support from our communities, hospitals, and first responder partners

Benefits for Full-Time Employees:

• Medical: Four employer-sponsored plan options, with Lakes contributing 75% of the premium for individual and family coverage
• Dental: Employer-sponsored coverage with Lakes contributing 75% of the premium
• HSA: HSA-eligible plan options with a generous employer contribution
• Retirement: 401(k) eligibility the first of the month following 30 days of employment, with up to a 4% employer match
• Additional Coverage: Voluntary vision, life, disability, and AFLAC benefits
• Additional Benefits: Lifestyle Account benefits, tuition assistance, continuing education reimbursement, and annual Goal Share program