Job Description

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) (261755)

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.

SUMMARYHennepin Emergency Medical Service (HEMS), a division of Hennepin County Medical Center, has openings for Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) to be hired on January 4th, 2027.Hennepin EMS is an Urban/Suburban 9-1-1 Emergency Medical Services agency that handles approximately 75,000 calls for service each year from the citizens and visitors of Hennepin County, Minnesota. We are based at Hennepin County Medical Center in Downtown Minneapolis and serve 14 municipalities within Hennepin County, covering 266 square miles and a population of over 700,000. Hennepin EMS deploys ambulances throughout the communities we serve, utilizing an integrated Computer Aided Dispatch that incorporates Automatic Vehicle Location and Global Positioning Satellites to ensure the closest available ambulance is sent to all emergencies. Our goal is to deliver quality service to our customers with a courteous and immediate response while modeling the highest standard for excellence in public safety.Schedule will be day/eve/night including rotating weekends and holidays based on department needs. This position is benefit-eligible, including PERA and P&F Pension, and represented by the HCAPE union.The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) are responsible for responding to requests for emergency and non-emergency medical services and for providing Basic Life Support to sick and injured persons at emergency and non-emergency scenes and during transport to a health care facility. May also assist paramedics in providing advanced level care within their scope of practice and training as directed.EMTs will be given credit for previous EMT experience when calculating starting hourly pay rate. Each step below indicates the step for years of experience (max 4 years experience = step 4). Starting - $24.15

Step 1 - $26.36

Step 2 - $27.45

Step 3 - $29.64

Step 4 - $30.75

RESPONSIBILITIESRespond to all requests for non-emergency, scheduled medical transport, and emergencies as directedAssess nature and extent of illness or injury and determine appropriate emergency medical proceduresAdminister basic life support techniques using the written patient care protocol and accepted standards of patient carePerform extrication and rescue of victimsActs as a team leader when dealing with emergency responses including the direction of First Responders to facilitate patient care and transportFunction effectively in assigned role under the Incident Response PlanComplete thorough documentation of all emergency and non-emergency calls for service and patient contacts as directedSafely operate emergency vehicle to transport sick and injured persons to and from a health care facilityOperate emergency medical equipment and communications equipmentInspect, clean, and maintain emergency vehicle, supplies, and assigned equipmentAssist in keeping ambulance facilities clean and orderlyPrepare and maintain records and reports according to department standardsAttends all mandatory continuing education and required safety training programs and can describe his or her responsibilities related to general safety, department/service safety, and specific job-related hazardsFollows the hospital and department exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogensDemonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible, and courteous environment with an emphasis on customer servicePromotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a department/unit team to facilitate the department’s/unit’s ability to meet its goals and objectivesPerforms other duties as assigned after appropriate trainingDemonstrates and lives the mission, vision, and values of the Hennepin Healthcare organization

QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Qualifications:Successful completion of an approved training program for EMTCertification by the State of Minnesota or National Registry of EMT's as an EMTMust have a valid driver’s license or state equivalent and must have a satisfactory driving record including no more than two moving violations in the past three years of licensure Preferred Qualifications:Six (6) months of experience as an emergency medical technicianORSuccessful completion of EMT clinical rotations with Hennepin EMS accompanied by a letter of recommendation from the school’s Program Director

You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception.Total Rewards Package:

We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equityWe provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; Tuition reimbursement; and license and Certification reimbursement (Available ONLY for benefit eligible positions)For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us

Department: EMS

Primary Location

: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown Campus

Job Level

: Staff

Employee Status

: Regular

Eligible for Benefits: Yes

Union/Non Union: Union

Min: 24.15

Max: 30.75

Job Posting

: Oct-12-2026