EMT or AEMT - Full-time, Day Shift

Baptist Health; Corbin (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Corbin is seeking a full-time EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team. This position offers day shift coverage, a 36-hour work week across three days, and a focus on rapid, compassionate patient care during transport.

You will perform patient assessments, monitor vitals, lift and move patients, document PCRs, and collaborate with healthcare providers to ensure continuity of care. Kentucky EMS certifications and a valid driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency required.
• EMT-Basic Certification by Kentucky Board of EMS.
• Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers per AHA/ARC.
• Driver's license valid.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient assessments to identify injuries or emergencies.
• Provide compassionate care during transport to medical facilities.
• Monitor vital signs and adjust treatments as needed.
• Lift and move patients, often >250 lbs, in teams.
• Transport patients using EMS vehicles with safety.
• Handover to receiving staff with detailed reports.
• Maintain accurate PCRs and transportation records.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Inspect EMS equipment and vehicles for readiness.
• Report equipment or vehicle deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.

Skills

Emergency patient care

Team lifting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMT-Basic Certification (KY)

EMT-Advanced Certification (KY)

BLS for Healthcare Providers (AHA/ARC)

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, day shift 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.