**Job Description** **Job Description:** Responds to an emergent and non-emergent calls, assesses the situation, diagnoses and treats patients for emergency needs; reports patient information to medical staff in a timely and accurate manner. Obtains a basic medical history and physical examination of the patient, and assesses the situation's urgency and seriousness. Provides emergency care at the scene and during transit to the hospital. Utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertains the extent of their injuries or illness. Communicates with the medical care facility about the patient's condition, status and time of arrival. May be requested to provide patient care in the hospital setting performing tasks delegated by the RN based on the scope of the individual’s training and capabilities. **Education Qualifications:** **Qualifications:** **State licensure/certification as an Emergency Medical Technician or higher in the appropriate state of practice** **Work Experience:** **NIMS 1, 2, 7 Over 75, need to have medical permission** **Licensure/Certification Qualifications:** **BLS (Basic Life Support) within one month of hire** **Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer** **Current (valid) US/State Driver’s License** **State background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults** **Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health’s insurer** **Our Benefits are exceptional and Include:** + **Generous Paid Personal Leave:** Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge. + **401(k) Savings Plan:** Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health. + **Insurance Protection:** Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded. + **Invest in Your Education:** Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth. + **Supporting Families:** Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program. + **Thrive with Our Wellness Program:** Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life. + **Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO):** Because work-life balance matters. + **Celebrate More:** Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked. + **Comprehensive Health Coverage:** Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance. **Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey with us!** **Essentia Health** **To learn more about our communities** **Job Location:** Detroit Lakes EMS **Shift Rotation:** Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America) **Shift Start/End:** 12 or 24 hour shifts/ **Hours Per Pay Period:** 80 **Compensation Range:** $18.33 - $27.50 / hour **Union:** **FTE:** 1 **Weekends:** Yes **Call Obligations:** **Sign On Bonus:** Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) at Essentia It is our policy to afford EEO to all individuals, regardless of race, religion, color, sex, pregnancy, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, family medical history, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, military service or veteran status, culture, socio-economic status, status with regard to public assistance, and other factors not related to qualifications, including employees or applicants who inquire about, discuss, or disclose their compensation or the compensation of other employees or applicants, or membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or any other category as defined by law.