EMT or AEMT - Full-time, 3 Days per Week, 2nd Shift

Baptist Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (5 days upon hire)

PTO Sell Back

PTO Donation/Compassionate Leave

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave (pets included)

Employee Support Fund

Retirement plan with company match

Basic Life Insurance & Long-Term Disab

Health Insurance, Pharmacy, Dental, V

Job summary

Baptist Health Lexington is seeking EMT/AEMT to join our Transport EMS team. This full-time role involves patient assessment, compassionate care during transport, vital signs monitoring, and coordinating with receiving facilities.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, equipment checks, and collaboration with health professionals to ensure continuity of care. Equal opportunity employer. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification by the Kentucky Board of EMS.
• Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider (AHA or ARC).
• Other certifications and specialty training per KY EMS requirements.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments and identify emergencies.
• Provide compassionate care and support during transport.
• Monitor vital signs and adjust treatments to keep patient stable.
• Assist in lifting/moving patients, often >250 lbs in teams.
• Transport patients to facilities using EMS vehicles.
• Handoff to receiving staff with complete condition and history.
• Document patient assessments and treatments accurately.

Skills

Patient assessment

Compassionate care

Vital signs monitoring

Team lifting safety

Communication with medical staff

Record keeping

PCR documentation

Equipment checks

Safety compliance

Care teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

EMT-Basic Certification (KY Board of EMS)

EMT-Advanced Certification (AEMT KY)

BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA/ARC)

Other KY Board EMS certifications

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 EMT and AEMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Lexington!

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.
• 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.

Excellent Benefits Package:

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available for use upon hire(Full-time)
• PTO Sell Back Program
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
• Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
• Retirement plans with company match
• Company paid Basic Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
• Health Insurance, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision and much more!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.