event medic jobs in Minnesota, north dakota, Iowa, and wisconsin

DO MORE THAN SIT ON THE SIDELINES.

If you’re looking for flexible event medic work without sacrificing standards, you’re in the right place.

Work that keeps you engaged

  • Stay active & visible throughout events

  • Be positioned to respond, not react late

  • Work in environments where presence matters


paid for your responsibility

  • Competitive base pay rates that match the responsibility you carry

  • Increased pay for travel & extended coverage

  • Consistent work for reliable medics


scheduling that fits your life

  • Self-assign events that fit your availability

  • Consistent opportunities across the Twin Cities and beyond

  • Simple expectations, no guesswork


events you actually care about

  • Coverage across hockey, basketball, football, and more

  • High school, club, and tournament environments

  • Fast-paced settings where your role matters


Three Smith EMS medics in uniform sitting and smiling at a hockey tournament.

Our evaluation process

Earn your spot

We don’t place medics into events and hope they’re ready. We evaluate for real-world performance, so when you step in, you’re confident, capable, and trusted.

The process

Three steps to get cleared for events

1

complete the online evaluation

  • 6 hours of self-paced online modules

  • Focused on real event scenarios, positioning, and communication

  • Designed to align you with how we operate in the field

2

step into live shadowing

  • Work alongside active Smith EMS medics

  • Observe positioning communication, and response flow

  • Learn how events actually run—not just theory

3

Pass the field test-out

  • Scenario-based evaluation (not memorization)

  • Assesses awareness, decision-making, and communication

  • Approval confirms you’re ready for independent event coverage

our hiring standards

At Smith EMS, we hold our medics to the highest industry standards. Every candidate must have up-to-date certifications, demonstrate experience and knowledge, and pass through an in-depth interview and onboarding process. We ensure that only the most qualified and dedicated professionals join our team, guaranteeing the exceptional care our clients expect.

Smith EMS Figure Skating Medic

Earn your spot. Step into the field with confidence.

  • Start the process and prove you’re a fit.

    • Complete a quick online application

    • Join a short virtual interview screening

    • Attend an in-person interview to align on organizational expectations and culture

  • Show you can operate at the Smith EMS level.

    • Progress through self-paced online coursework

    • Spend time shadowing active Smith EMS medics at events

    • Complete a final in-person evaluation to demonstrate readiness for independent work.

  • Take ownership of your role onsite.

    • Select shifts that fit your schedule

    • Arrive prepared with clear expectations

    • Stay active, communicate well, and represent Smith EMS throughout the event

Our team is…coachable & always improving.

Our team is…professional in presence and in action.

Our team is…excited to meet new people and interact with others.

what defines our team:

Smith EMS first aid bag on table at soccer game

become a sports medic

Emergency medical technician wearing a red shirt with 'SMITH EMS' on the back, carrying a red medical bag, standing at the entrance of a gymnasium during a basketball game.

Self-Assessment

  1. Am I comfortable interacting with athletes, coaches, parents, and event staff of all ages?

  2. Have I participated in sports, activities, or events where I understand the flow and culture of competition?

  3. Can I communicate clearly and calmly during high-stress moments, even when adrenaline is high around me?

  4. Do I genuinely enjoy watching or being around sports events, even outside of work?

  5. Do I have free time outside of other commitments to take on an additional role?

  6. Am I willing to make a reasonable upfront investment on required gear and professional insurance to start?

Our top medics answered yes to these 6 questions…

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Flexible work,

maximum impact

We hire medics with full-time commitments, offering flexible shifts that fit into your weekday evening and weekend schedule. Smith EMS is perfect for those pursuing higher-education or seeking fulfilling, part-time work that makes a real impact.