Paramedic/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Paramedic will work in the Level 1 Trauma Center to complement the nursing role and deliver direct patient care as part of a coordinated healthcare team. Tasks include monitoring, administering interventions, and documentation within established scope of practice.

Responsibilities emphasize collaboration with RNs and physicians, prioritizing patient needs, and ensuring timely, safe care in a busy hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Three years of paramedic experience preferred.
• Current Kentucky Paramedic certification/licensure with BLS, ACLS and PALS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Collaborate with RNs, MDs and the healthcare team.
• Organize, prioritize, and deliver care within scope of practice.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

IV insertion

12-lead EKG assistance

Wound care assistance

Clinical documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

Kentucky Paramedic certification/licensure

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed Paramedic and valid Driver's License; American Heart Association ( AHA ) Basic Life Support ( BLS ) certification for the Healthcare Provider, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ( ACLS ) certification, and Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date.

Physical Requirements

This position requires regularly standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and working at heights above four feet; intermittently performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasionally working in confined spaces. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials, and exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.

Shift

Must be able to work three, 12-hour, 7:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. day shifts per week (shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and/or swing). Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary

The Paramedic will work in the Level 1 Trauma Center to compliment the nursing role. Duties of this position include performing patient care duties utilizing a team approach in collaboration with RNs, MDs, and other members of the comprehensive healthcare team; and organizing, prioritizing, and delivering direct patient care based on determined scope of practice within the hospital setting.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have clinical care experience, including but not limited to: monitoring vital signs; inserting IVs, NGTs, and urinary catheters; assisting with 12 lead EKGs; assisting with wound care; assisting with suctioning; and completing proper documentation.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

High school diploma or GED and three years of paramedic experience, and current Kentucky Paramedic certification or licensure, American Heart Association ( BLS ), ACLS , and PALS certifications preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/08/2026

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