Associate EMT - Earn While You Learn

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. 

 Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)

 Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

 Compensation: Salary Range: $16.50 - $23.50



 Union Position: No

 Department Details Start Your EMS Career with Sanford Health

Sanford Health is seeking individuals interested in becoming licensed Emergency Medical Technicians (EMTs) through a unique opportunity funded by the Minnesota Earn While You Learn Grant. Selected candidates will be hired as Associate EMTs and become Sanford Health employees while completing their EMT education.

Employees will earn an hourly wage while attending EMT classes and labs, with 100% of tuition costs covered by Sanford Health. This program provides a paid pathway into a rewarding healthcare career with no employment commitment required after completion. Upon obtaining EMT licensure, candidates may be offered PRN, part-time, or full-time EMT positions based on organizational staffing needs.

Summary Associate Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Candidates attend the Emergency Medical Technicians course, while at the same time, successfully complete new employee orientation requirements. Upon successful completion of the EMT course, candidates take and pass the applicable exams needed to obtain national certification and state licensure. EMT state licensure must be obtained within 6 months of employment. Once licensure is obtained, employees may be eligible for internal department promotion to EMT. If employee does not obtain license within 6 months of employment, there will be an evaluation by the department Director to determine if employment may continue.

Job Description In an Ambulance setting, attends the 8-week EMT course as administered by Sanford Health Emergency Medical Services Education (SHEMSE). Adheres to all of the standards, requirements and expectations set forth by SHEMSE. Under the supervision of a preceptor, utilizes necessary medical equipment to treat the patient and ascertain the extent of their injuries or illness. Communicates with treatment center personnel to provide information about the situation and report patient information to medical staff in a timely and accurate manner, or to receive instructions for further treatment. Completes Sanford's specific orientation and other issued tasks concurrently with the 8-week EMT course and up until the obtaining of state licensure.

Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Current valid driver’s license, and must meet all medical guidelines for Sanford Health Category II drivers.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to talent@sanfordhealth.org.