EMT-A/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 26,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare seeks an EMT-Advanced (AEMT) to deliver high-quality pre-hospital care during interfacility transports from the Lexington campus. This role emphasizes patient safety, adherence to protocols, and professional development within the Emergency Services team.

The position requires 2 years of related experience, HS diploma, AEMT certification, and current BLS/ACLS/PALS credentials. Work is on-site in Lexington, with three 12-hour shifts weekly and some weekends/holidays, offering a

Qualifications

• Basic medical terminology and computer skills.
• 2 years of related experience preferred.
• Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) certification and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality medical care during interfacility ambulance transports.
• Ensure safe transport following established protocols.
• May provide overflow support to Emergency Medical Dispatchers during downtime.

Skills

Basic medical terminology and computer

Education

HS

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

EMT-A/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE55349

Working Title

EMT-Advanced

Department Name

H3100:Emergency Services

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

07

Salary Range

$19.50-27.31/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Advanced Emergency Medical Technician ( AEMT ) and valid Driver’s License; American Heart Association ( AHA ) Basic Life Support ( BLS ) certification for the Healthcare Provider, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ( ACLS ) certification, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date.

Physical Requirements

This position requires performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; working at heights above four feet; and exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; loud noises; temperature extremes; and blood-borne/airborne pathogens; intermittently requires working in confined spaces; and occasionally requires job-related travel (less than 10% of time), exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, recombinant DNA or viral vectors, and combative/violent people.

Shift

Must be able to work three 12-hour shifts per week; will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary

The AEMT at UKHC is primarily responsible for providing high-quality medical care during interfacility ambulance transports. They ensure the safe and efficient transport of patients, adhering to established protocols and maintaining a strong commitment to patient and team safety, service excellence, and professional development. This position will be limited to ambulance operations and will not operate within the emergency department. The AEMT may also be asked to provide overflow support to the Emergency Medical Dispatchers taking pediatric/neonatal transfer calls and completing intake on other dispatching calls during periods of downtime.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Basic medical terminology and computer skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Two years of related experience highly preferred.

Deadline to Apply

09/09/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.