Field EMT: Critical Care & Rapid Transport

Med Center Health; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Med Center Health in Bowling Green, KY seeks an EMT to assist with assessment, management and transport of ill or injured persons under medical control. The position emphasizes patient care, documentation, and adherence to EMS standards in a hospital-affiliated setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Kentucky EMT certification, CPR as required by the EMS board, a valid driver’s license, and is prepared for annual MVR checks. Prior pre-hospital or clinical care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Kentucky Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) required.
• CPR certification as required by Kentucky Board of EMS.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Motor vehicle record check conducted annually.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Previous pre-hospital or clinical patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient(s) to determine appropriate level of care and initiate proper course of action.
• Provide Basic Life Support, establish airway, ventilatory support, CPR and AED as indicated.
• Perform trauma care such as bleeding control, splinting and immobilization.
• Use, clean and replenish patient care supplies and equipment per guidelines.
• Follow infection control and PPE guidelines.
• Operate company vehicle safely and perform routine maintenance checks.
• Maintain current certifications/licenses on file and attend required in-service training.
• Document patient demographics, assessment findings, treatment and procedures in care reports.
• Document insurance information and obtain signatures for billing.
• Maintain department buildings, vehicles and equipment per guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Med Center Health in Bowling Green, KY seeks an EMT to assist with assessment, management and transport of ill or injured persons under medical control. The position emphasizes patient care, documentation, and adherence to EMS standards in a hospital-affiliated setting.

The ideal candidate holds a Kentucky EMT certification, CPR as required by the EMS board, a valid driver’s license, and is prepared for annual MVR checks. Prior pre-hospital or clinical care experience is preferred.