EMT or AEMT - Full-time, 3 Days per Week, 2nd Shift
About The Position
Baptist Health is hiring EMTs and AEMTs to join its Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Lexington. This full-time role is scheduled for 36 hours across three days per week on the second shift. The EMT provides emergency medical care and transportation to patients, using professionalism, compassion, and medical expertise to support their safety and well-being during critical situations. The role includes assessing patients, providing care and emotional support, monitoring vital signs, and transporting patients safely to medical facilities. The EMT communicates patient information to receiving medical personnel, documents assessments and treatments, collaborates with other healthcare professionals, and maintains EMS equipment and vehicles in operational condition.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalency.
- Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification from the Kentucky Board of EMS.
- Kentucky EMT-Advanced Certification for AEMT applicants.
- BLS for Healthcare Provider certification issued by AHA or ARC.
- Other certifications and specialty training required by the Kentucky Board of EMS.
- Valid driver's license.
Responsibilities
- Conduct patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or medical emergencies.
- Provide compassionate care and emotional support to patients and families during transport.
- Monitor vital signs and adjust treatment interventions as needed to support patient stability and comfort.
- Lift and move patients to and from stretchers, frequently lifting more than 250 pounds as part of a team.
- Safely transport patients to medical facilities using designated EMS vehicles.
- Communicate with receiving medical personnel and provide a detailed handover, including the patient's condition, treatment, and pertinent medical history.
- Maintain accurate, detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and transportation activities.
- Complete patient care reports (PCRs) promptly and document relevant information.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals and agencies to support continuity of care.
- Keep EMS equipment and supplies stocked, maintained, and functional.
- Perform routine EMS vehicle checks and inspections to verify operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
- Report equipment malfunctions and vehicle deficiencies to appropriate personnel.
Benefits
- Five days of paid time off available for use upon hire for full-time employees.
- PTO Sell Back Program.
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation).
- Company-paid maternity and paternity leave.
- Bereavement leave, including for pets.
- Employee Support Fund for employees needing emergency financial support.
- Retirement plans with company match.
- Company-paid basic life insurance and long-term disability.
- Health insurance, pharmacy, dental, and vision coverage.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
