Paramedic/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 31,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Paramedic will work in the University of Kentucky Level 1 Trauma Center in Lexington, KY, supporting the nursing and medical team in delivering direct patient care and coordinating with RNs, MDs and other staff. The role requires timely assessment, prioritization of care, and skilled collaboration within the hospital setting.

Candidates must hold a Kentucky paramedic certification or licensure, with valid BLS, ACLS and PALS, and be prepared to perform lifting and transport duties within a

Qualifications

• HS or GED required.
• Three years paramedic experience preferred.
• Kentucky paramedic certification/licensure required.
• AHA BLS, ACLS and PALS certifications valid for at least 6 months after employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care as part of a medical team with RNs and MDs.
• Assess and prioritize patient needs in a Level 1 Trauma Center.
• Document care accurately and efficiently.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

IV insertion

NGT insertion

Urinary catheter placement

12-lead EKGs

Documentation

Education

HS

KY Paramedic certification/licensure

BLS/ACLS/PALS (AHA)

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Paramedic/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE55617

Working Title

Monitored Patient Transport

Department Name

H3280:Command Center

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

08

Salary Range

$22.50-30.09/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

HS

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

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 at least three 12 hour shifts every week from 7am until 7:30pm; will be required to work some weekends and/or holiday.

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

10/25/2026

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.