EMT or AEMT - Full-time, 3 Days per Week

Baptist Health System, Inc.; Corbin (KY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health System, Inc. in Corbin, KY, is seeking a full-time EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team. The position offers 36 hours over 3 days per week and requires state EMS certifications plus a valid driver's license for patient transport and care.

You will assess patients, provide care during transfer, monitor vitals, and document care and handovers while collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure seamless continuity of care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• EMT-Basic Certification by the Kentucky Board of EMS.
• Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider (AHA or ARC).
• Additional Kentucky EMS certifications and specialty training as required.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or emergencies.
• Provide compassionate care and emotional support during transport to facilities.
• Monitor vital signs and adjust treatments to ensure stability and comfort.
• Lift and move patients to/from stretchers, often with heavy weights in a team.
• Safely transport patients using designated EMS vehicles.
• Communicate with receiving personnel for detailed handover and history.
• Maintain accurate records of assessments, treatments, and transport activity.
• Complete PCRs promptly documenting all information.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure EMS equipment and supplies are stocked, maintained, and functional.
• Perform routine vehicle checks to verify readiness and safety standards.
• Report any equipment or vehicle deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification by the Kentucky Board of EMS

Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT

BLS for Healthcare Provider issued by AHA or ARC

Other certifications and specialty training as required by the Kentucky Board of EMS

Valid driver's license

Job description

Summary

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) plays a crucial role in providing emergency medical care and transportation to patients in need. This position requires a high level of professionalism, compassion, and medical expertise to ensure the safety and well-being of patients during critical situations.

Job Description:

_ Baptist Health is looking for a full-time EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Corbin! _

_ Full-time, 36 hours/3 days per week. _

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or medical emergencies.

• Provide compassionate care and emotional support to patients and their families during transport to medical facilities.

• Monitor vital signs and adjust treatment interventions as necessary to ensure patient stability and comfort.

• Lifting and moving of patients to and from stretchers, frequently lifting more than 250lbs in a team setting.

• Safely transport patients to medical facilities using designated EMS vehicles.

• Communicate effectively with receiving medical personnel to provide a detailed patient handover and report on the patient’s condition, treatment provided, and any pertinent medical history.

• Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and transportation activities.

• Complete patient care reports (PCRs) in a timely manner, documenting all relevant information.

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure continuity of care.

• Ensure that all EMS equipment and supplies are properly stocked, maintained, and functional at all times.

• Perform routine checks and inspections of EMS vehicles to verify operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.

• Report any equipment malfunctions or vehicle deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalency required.

• Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification by the Kentucky Board of EMS for EMT.

• Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT.

• BLS for Healthcare Provider issued by AHA or ARC.

• Other certifications and specialty training as required by the Kentucky Board of EMS.

• Valid driver’s license.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.