Paramedic

Location 40245 Fletcher Ave,North Branch, MN, 55056,United States Base Pay $27.54 - $35.23 / Hour Job Category Paramedic, CC Paramedic Employee Type Casual Manage Others No Contact information Phone View phone number on click.appcast.io Description Company Overview Lakes Region EMS is an Advanced Life Support (ALS) ambulance service with both rural and urban service areas just northeast of the Twin Cities metropolitan area. We operate bases in Rush City, North Branch, and Lindstrom, Minnesota, as well as St. Croix Falls and Milltown, Wisconsin. Our teams take great pride in delivering exceptional, compassionate care to our communities. Our ambulances are staffed by highly trained Paramedics and EMTs equipped to manage traumatic injuries, sudden illnesses, and complex medical emergencies. Position Overview As a Paramedic at Lakes Region EMS, you will play a crucial role in providing prehospital emergency medical care in a variety of settings, including accidents, medical emergencies, and interfacility transfers. Responsibilities Responsibilities include assessing patient conditions, administering medications, performing advanced procedures, and transporting patients to medical facilities. Paramedics collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals and community partners and must demonstrate sound decision-making, adaptability, and the ability to provide compassionate care under pressure. Individuals who are successful at Lakes Region EMS demonstrate: A growth-based mindset and a desire for continuous personal, professional, and clinical development Enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and the ability to lead by example Strong initiative, problem-solving skills, and critical-thinking abilities Effective oral and written communication skills The ability to build constructive relationships and engage in productive accountability conversations Professional representation of Lakes Region EMS with coworkers, patients, community partners, and external stakeholders A collaborative, team-oriented mindset Knowledge of (or ability to learn) ALS protocols and procedures The ability to think critically during medical assessments and emergency treatments Requirements Qualifications Current Paramedic certifications including, NREMT- P, 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) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) 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 Summary 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 #J-18808-Ljbffr Jimmy Jazz