EMT or AEMT - PRN

bhs; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

5 days PTO (Full-time)

PTO Sell Back Program

Compassionate Leave Sharing

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Bereavement Leave

Employee Support Fund

Retirement plans with company match

Basic Life Insurance & LTD

Health Insurance, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a full-time night shift EMT or AEMT to join the EMS Transport team across Lexington, Hamburg, and Georgetown, KY. This role focuses on rapid patient assessments, compassionate transport, and effective handovers to receiving facilities.

The position requires EMT-Basic and AEMT certifications, a valid driver's license, and strong teamwork to manage lifting and stability during transport; benefits include paid time off and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• EMT-Basic Certification by KY Board of EMS required.
• Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT required.
• BLS for Healthcare Provider AHA/ARC required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or medical emergencies.
• Provide compassionate care and emotional support to patients and families during transport.
• Monitor vital signs and adjust treatment to ensure stability and comfort.
• Safely lift and move patients during transport, often with team assistance.
• Transport patients to medical facilities and handover to receiving personnel.
• Maintain accurate records and complete PCRs in a timely manner.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure EMS equipment and vehicles are stocked, maintained, and ready for operations.

Skills

Patient assessment

Effective communication

Documentation

Lifting assistance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EMT-Basic Certification by the Kentucky Board of EMS

Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT

BLS for Healthcare Provider (AHA/ARC)

Valid driver's license

Other required certifications / specialty training

Job description

Summary

Baptist Health is looking for a full-time, night shift EMT or AEMT to join our EMS Transport team at Baptist Health Lexington/Hamburg/Georgetown, KY!

Job Description

PRN - As needed.

• 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.