EMT-B/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at University of Kentucky Healthcare (UKHC) delivers prompt medical care, emergency transport, and compassionate service to patients in urgent situations. The role requires medical proficiency, clear communication, and a strong commitment to patient care in a fast-paced, high‑pressure setting.

Candidates must hold EMT certification, a valid driver’s license, and BLS for Healthcare Providers; one year of related experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• EMT certification and valid Driver's License; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and provide essential medical assistance.
• Ensure patients are safely transported to healthcare facilities.

Skills

Verbal communication

Medical terminology

Basic computer skills

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

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

Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods and 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 Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ) at UKHC is pivotal in delivering prompt medical care, transportation, and empathetic service to patients in emergency situations. This role demands a combination of medical proficiency, effective communication skills, and a strong commitment to patient care. Operating in a fast-paced and often high‑pressure environment, the EMT is responsible for assessing patient conditions, providing essential medical assistance, and ensuring patients are safely transported to healthcare facilities.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Clear and articulate verbal communication skills, basic medical terminology, and basic computer skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

A minimum of one year of related experience is strongly preferred. Ideal candidates will have a background that includes, but is not limited to, performing patient assessments, providing basic medical care and life support, as well as measuring and monitoring vital signs.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/15/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a current Kentucky EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) certification?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Are all other pertinent certifications current?
  • Yes
  • No


• * How many years of experience do you have as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  
  
  • More than 1, up through 3 years
  
  
  • More than 3, up through 5 years
  
  
  • More than 5 years


• * What date did you obtain your Emergency Medical Technician certification/license (EMT)?

  (Open Ended Question)