PRN EMT/AEMT — Emergency Transport Specialist

BHS Baptist Healthcare System; Corbin (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Plans!

Job summary

Baptist Health Corbin is seeking a PRN EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team. This role involves patient assessments, compassionate care during transport, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient stability.

Candidates must hold Kentucky EMT-Basic; EMT-Advanced for AEMT; BLS; a valid driver's license. The position emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and safe operation of EMS vehicles in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Patient assessment

Communication

Documentation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

EMT-Basic Certification

EMT-Advanced Certification

BLS for Healthcare Providers

Driver's license

Job description

Baptist Health Corbin is seeking a PRN EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team. This role involves patient assessments, compassionate care during transport, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring patient stability.

Candidates must hold Kentucky EMT-Basic; EMT-Advanced for AEMT; BLS; a valid driver's license. The position emphasizes teamwork, documentation, and safe operation of EMS vehicles in a fast-paced environment.