EMT

  • Ridgeview Medical Center
  • Gaylord, Minnesota
  • Full Time
EMT

Ridgeview Medical Center

United States, Minnesota, Gaylord

May 27, 2026

Purpose of Job:

This 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 Experience

High school graduate or equivalent

Must be at least 21 years of age in order to meet Ridgeview's insurability requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Strong interpersonal, organizational and teambuilding skills

Ability to meet and maintain the necessary background checks as aligned with position functions

Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above

Ability to calculate weight and volume ratio's

Ability to employ discretion and confidentiality in sensitive areas

Ability to maintain minimum qualified certifications and a good driving record

Demonstrated map reading skills

Accessibility via phone to contact for on-call, rotating shift, weekend and holiday shifts

Ability to respond appropriately to unpredictable situations and diverse patient populations

Ability to communicate in the English language for effective written and verbal correspondence in order to complete job functions as mentioned above

License/Certifications

Current state of MN EMT certification

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification

Valid MN driver's license and meets Ridgeview's insurability requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Resides or works in the community of Norwood Young America, Lester Prairie, Winsted, Watertown, Belle Plaine, Jordan or Gaylord.

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Job ID: 522900260
Originally Posted on: 5/29/2026

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