Paramedic Trainee Program

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.

Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.

Now accepting applications for the Spring 2026 Paramedic Trainee Program – starting May 18, 2026 (new employee orientation / start date). This is a pipeline requisition for opportunities in the Hennepin EMS department.

The selection process will include a phone screen and interview with management. In addition, qualified candidates will be required to complete entry‑level testing. Offers will be contingent upon successful completion of physical agility testing assessment and psychological evaluation (or MMPI), as well as Department of Human Services (MN) background results.

Schedule will primarily be days, but may include evening/night/weekend schedule based on department needs and availability.

This is a full‑time position and is benefit‑eligible.

Hennepin Emergency Medical Service (HEMS), a division of Hennepin County Medical Center, has openings for 20‑22 Paramedic Trainees to start in January 2024. This posting serves as a Talent Pipeline for incoming EMTs who are interested in training to work as Paramedics for the Hennepin EMS department.

Hennepin EMS is an Urban/Suburban 9‑1‑1 Emergency Medical Services agency that handles approximately 85,000 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.

Responsible for attending and completing a CAAHEP accredited paramedic program through Hennepin EMS Education. Under the supervision of a Hennepin EMS preceptor, is responsible for providing Basic and Advanced Life Support to sick and injured persons at emergency scenes and during transport to a health care facility. Upon successful completion of the paramedic program, employees may be eligible for promotion to paramedic.

Qualified candidates will receive directions for the screening process and a timeline of steps via email. Upon accepting the position, the candidate will be required to sign an agreement to work for Hennepin EMS for 3 years after completing paramedic training.

• Attend and complete paramedic didactic and clinical education equal to 40 hours per week for the duration of the program
• Follow policies as outlined in the Paramedic program manual
• Follow…