EMT/AEMT – Full Time (Townsend) at Billings Townsend, Montana

Overview

Job Overview

Billings Clinic Broadwater is seeking a qualified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Advanced EMT (AEMT), or Paramedic to join its ambulance services team in Townsend, Montana. This position provides ground ambulance transportation and direct patient care throughout the service region, supporting transfers to and from a variety of healthcare facilities.

Working alongside another qualified emergency medical professional, the successful candidate will assess patients, provide appropriate treatment within their scope of practice, monitor changes in clinical condition, and communicate effectively with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare personnel.

This opportunity is ideal for an emergency medical professional who values teamwork, patient safety, and delivering dependable care in a community-based ambulance service.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide patient care during ground ambulance transports in accordance with training, certification, Montana regulations, and established clinical protocols.
• Assess patients and obtain vital signs to identify life-threatening conditions, injuries, and changes in clinical status.
• Provide appropriate emergency interventions and ongoing monitoring under the direction or supervision of the medical control physician.
• Assist with trauma care, including cervical spine immobilization, splinting, and other approved stabilization procedures.
• Perform IV insertion when appropriately certified and authorized.
• Operate suction devices, airway support equipment, and other emergency medical supplies within the authorized scope of practice.
• Communicate changes in patient condition, symptoms, and diagnostic information to physicians, registered nurses, and other members of the care team.
• Maintain the cleanliness, readiness, and inventory of ambulance equipment and supplies.
• Identify damaged or malfunctioning equipment, notify the appropriate personnel, and initiate repair requests.
• Participate in required on-call rotations and help meet departmental staffing needs.
• Contribute to quality improvement initiatives and follow established performance standards.
• Maintain required certifications, clinical competencies, and departmental training.
• Uphold Billings Clinic’s mission, values, safety standards, and patient service expectations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support ambulance service operations.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Completion of an EMT or Advanced EMT training course.

Experience and Skills

Candidates should demonstrate competency in:

• Operating an ambulance during emergency situations.
• Basic emergency response, patient assessment, and scene stabilization.
• Obtaining and interpreting vital signs and recognizing life-threatening symptoms.
• Using trauma care equipment, including cervical spine immobilization devices and splints.
• Operating suction equipment and airway support supplies.
• Performing IV insertion when certified and authorized.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current Montana EMT, AEMT, or Paramedic license or certification.
• Valid Montana driver’s license.
• Ability to meet insurance requirements for operating Billings Clinic Broadwater vehicles.
• IV certification is desirable.

Compensation and Employee Benefits

Pay

The starting hourly wage ranges from $19.68 to $24.60, depending on experience.

Benefits

Eligible employees working at least 20 hours per week may qualify for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
• A defined-contribution pension plan.
• Paid time off.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Additional employee benefits and resources.

Benefit eligibility and coverage are subject to the employer’s applicable policies and plan requirements.

Work Environment and Schedule

This full-time position supports ambulance operations throughout the Billings Clinic Broadwater service region. Shifts vary, and employees must participate in mandatory on-call rotations to help ensure appropriate staffing and emergency response coverage.

The role requires the ability to respond promptly to emergencies, work collaboratively with other medical professionals, operate emergency vehicles safely, and provide patient care in accordance with applicable regulations and protocols.