STEPS Paramedic

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Kentucky Healthcare staffs special events with physicians, nurses, paramedics, and EMTs. This position will fulfill the role of a Paramedic during UK staffed special events, primarily at Keeneland race track meets.

You will be responsible for providing emergency medical care within the Kentucky paramedic scope of practice. UK Healthcare staffs special events with physicians, nurses, paramedics, and EMTs.

Qualifications

• Kentucky Paramedic licensure, BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications are required.
• Understanding of emergency care procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency medical care within the Kentucky paramedic scope of practice at events.
• Assess patients and identify medical emergencies.
• Communicate clearly with patients and healthcare professionals.

Skills

Paramedic license

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Emergency care

Physical assessment

Verbal communication

Job description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

• Job Title: STEPS Paramedic


• Requisition Number: TE09486


• Department Name: H3100:Emergency Services


• Work Location: Lexington, KY


• Salary Range: $28/hr


• Type of Position: Temporary


• Position Time Status: Part-Time

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements of this position include regularly lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 lbs. regularly standing or walking with objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift

1030 – 1830 – approximation, will vary. 20 hours a week

Job Summary

UK Healthcare staffs special events with physicians, nurses, paramedics, and EMTs. This position will fulfill the role of an Paramedic during UK staffed special events, primarily at Keeneland race track meets. You will be responsible for providing emergency medical care within the Kentucky paramedic scope of practice.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Currently possess Kentucky Paramedic licensure, as well as BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.


• Understanding of emergency care procedures.


• Skilled in conducting physical assessments and identifying medical emergencies.


• Excellent verbal skills for interacting with patients, healthcare professionals, and the public.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

(none provided)

Deadline to Apply

09/03/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents:

• Resume

Optional Documents:

(none provided)

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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