EMT

Our URC position is not a traditional "on call" position, meaning it is not reflective in the number of hours you are required for your FTE, but rather UnRestricted Call means that you are available to cover call and take 911 calls while within 5 minutes of the ambulance. You would not need to be stationed with the ambulance; however, you will need to be able to respond to the base if paged in a timely manner. We are looking to fill a backup ambulance with community members (5 miles from base) when the duty ambulance goes out on a call.Purpose of Job:This is a paid on-call position is responsible for responding to emergency and non-emergency requests to provide efficient and immediate assessment, treatment and transportation of the non-critically ill and/or injured patient in the pre-hospital setting and other settings within the scope of training under a physician medical control authority.Job Functions:Provides basic life support as needed in compliance with state, local and RMC procedures.Establishes positive rapport with each patient and patient's family ensuring a gentle and attentive transport.Responds to emergencies by choosing route, observing traffic conditions, avoiding dangerous situations, and maintaining communications with dispatcher.Completes reports accurately.Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventative maintenance, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions and reports necessary repairs.Performs other duties as assigned.Minimum Education/Work ExperienceHigh school graduate or equivalentMust be at least 21 years of age in order to meet Ridgeview's insurability requirementsKnowledge/Skills/AbilitiesStrong interpersonal, organizational and teambuilding skillsAbility to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functionsAbility to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned aboveAbility to calculate weight and volume ratio'sAbility to employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areasAbility to maintain minimum qualified certifications and a good driving recordDemonstrated map reading skillsAccessibility via phone to contact for on-call, rotating shift, weekend and holiday shiftsAbility to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populationsAbility to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned aboveLicense/CertificationsCurrent state of MN EMT certificationCurrent American Heart Association Basic Life Support certificationValid MN driver's license and meets Ridgeview's insurability requirementsPreferred QualificationsResides or works in the community of Gaylord or surrounding area.Cognitive and Mental DemandsTime Awareness - ContinuousWriting - ContinuousInitiation of Work - OccasionalMemory - ContinuousReceptiveness to Change - OccasionalReasoning - ContinuousRequired Sequences in Work - FrequentProblem Solving - FrequentAttentiveness Duration - ContinuousSocial Interactions - FrequentMathematical Aptitude - FrequentConflict Management - OccasionalReading - ContinuousDetail Oriented - ContinuousLink to Employee Health Physical DemandsCompensationMany factors are taken into consideration when determining compensation such as: the requirements of the position, experience, education, knowledge, and skills along with location and internal equity. Pay listed does not include any shift, weekend, or other differentials.BenefitsRidgeview strives to provide comprehensive and market competitive benefits to meet the needs of our employees and their families. Click here to view the benefits available.