Paramedic - Detroit Lakes (FT Evening)
- Evenings
- BLS
- ACLS
- PALS
How this pay compares
This posting states $31.40–$43.96 an hour. Open paramedic jobs in Minnesota post a median of $37.68 an hour, the middle half $34.98–$39.58, across 11 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post. Paramedics employed in Minnesota earn a median of $36.68 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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About the job
Building Location
Detroit Lakes EMS
Department
1414270 AMBULANCE - DL EMS
Job Description
Become part of Essentia's accomplished team where our mission guides us every day: We are called to make a healthy difference in people’s lives. This calling resonates deeply for our caregivers and our colleagues working behind the scenes, who all bring high-quality, compassionate care to the patients we are privileged to serve.
Education Qualifications
No Education Requirements
Key Roles & Responsibilities
- Responds to emergent and non-emergent calls in the prehospital setting.
- Provides medical support and care to patients at the scene of an emergency, during transport, and during interfacility transfers.
- Assesses patients by identifying needs, evaluating condition, and determining the most appropriate course of treatment within scope of practice.
- Provides advanced medical care and basic life support using appropriate medical equipment, devices, medications, and treatment modalities.
- Performs safe and effective interfacility transfers by monitoring patient condition, continuing appropriate care, and communicating with sending and receiving facilities.
- Safely operates and/or assists with ambulance transport while maintaining patient care and monitoring en route to the receiving facility.
- Communicates patient condition, treatment provided, and pertinent information to receiving medical personnel.
- Completes accurate and timely patient care documentation in accordance with applicable protocols, policies, and regulatory requirements.
- Maintains readiness of assigned unit, equipment, and supplies to ensure safe and effective prehospital response and transport.
Schedule : 4 days on, 4 off 1800 - 0600 (6pm - 6am)
Licensure/Certification Qualifications
- State licensure/certification as a Paramedic or a Registered Nurse authorized to operate as a Paramedic in the appropriate state of practice.
- NIMS 100, 200, 700; Over 75, need to have medical permission
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certification required at time of hire.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification required at time of hire.
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) Certification (or must obtain within 6 months of hire).
- Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license as verified through appropriate licensing agency.
- Must meet the driving requirements and criteria acceptable to Essentia Health 's insurer.
- State Background check must provide clearance to work with vulnerable adults.
Driving Requirements
- Must have 2 years drivers experience (MVR)
- Over 75 years of age require medical permission
- Drivers 21 years and older with Paramedic licensure, must meet MVR requirements
- Drivers 18-20 with Paramedic licensure, must meet MVR requirements of Young Driver Probation AND will be placed in Young Driver Probation (MVR every 6 months and completed probation form)
Our Benefits are exceptional and Include
- Generous Paid Personal Leave: Ensuring you have time to refresh and recharge.
- 401(k) Savings Plan: Contribute to your future, with an annual matching contribution from Essentia Health.
- Insurance Protection: Multiple options for life and disability coverage to keep you and your family safeguarded.
- Invest in Your Education: Our tuition reimbursement program is designed to fuel your professional growth.
- Supporting Families: Experience seamless adoption processes with our adoption assistance program.
- Thrive with Our Wellness Program: Prioritizing your well-being in all aspects of life.
- Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO): Because work-life balance matters.
- Celebrate More: Enjoy extra time off during paid holidays and only occasional weekends worked.
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Choose from a variety of plans, including PPO and High Deductible healthcare options, complemented by dental insurance.
FTE
1
Possible Remote/Hybrid Option
Shift Rotation
Evening Rotation (United States of America)
Shift Start Time
1800
Shift End Time
0600
Weekends
As they fall on rotation
Holidays
Yes
Call Obligation
No
Union
Union Posting Deadline
Compensation Range
$31.40 - $43.96
Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576-0000.
From Essentia Health's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About Essentia Health
Essentia Health is a health system with more than 16,500 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) employees, 14 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) hospitals and 80 (source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health) clinics serving patients in Minnesota, Wisconsin and North Dakota. Source: Essentia Health, About Essentia Health
Based in Duluth, MNHires in Minnesota, North Dakota, WisconsinPay on its listings: 60.1% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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