Baptist Health

Full-spectrum health system with hospitals

Emergency Medical Technician or Advanced Emergency Medical Technician

Nursing & Frontline Patient CareConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Part-timeLexington, KY, USANo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

A high school diploma or equivalency is required.
Emergency Medical Technician-Basic certification by the Kentucky Board of EMS is required.
Kentucky EMT-Advanced certification is required for AEMT candidates.
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.
Other certifications and specialty training required by the Kentucky Board of EMS are required.
A valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

Conduct patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or medical emergencies.
Provide patient care and emotional support to patients and their families during transport to medical facilities.
Monitor vital signs and adjust treatment interventions to maintain patient stability and comfort.
Lift and move patients to and from stretchers, frequently lifting more than 250 pounds in a team setting.
Safely transport patients to medical facilities using designated emergency medical services vehicles.
Communicate with receiving medical personnel and provide a detailed patient handover, including the patient's condition, treatment provided, and relevant medical history.
Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and transportation activities.
Complete patient care reports in a timely manner, documenting relevant information.
Collaborate with healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure continuity of care.
Ensure emergency medical services equipment and supplies are stocked, maintained, and functional.
Perform routine checks and inspections of emergency medical services vehicles to verify operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.
Report equipment malfunctions or vehicle deficiencies to appropriate personnel.

Summary

Job Description Summary
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) plays a crucial role in providing emergency medical care and transportation to patients in need. This position requires a high level of professionalism, compassion, and medical expertise to ensure the safety and well-being of patients during critical situations.

Job Description:

Baptist Health is looking for part-time (1 day / 12 hours per week) night shift EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Lexington!

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.
Report any equipment malfunctions or vehicle deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalency required.
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.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About the Company

Baptist Health

Full-spectrum health system with hospitals

Baptist Health is a regional health system with nine hospitals and more than 400 care sites across Kentucky and Indiana, offering inpatient services, outpatient clinics, home health, urgent care, diagnostic and surgery centers, and therapies. It combines employed physicians in Baptist Health Medical Group with a large network of independent clinicians to deliver comprehensive care across the continuum, including hospital care, primary care, specialty practices, and wellness services. Its hospitals hold Magnet or Pathway to Excellence nursing designations, reflecting a focus on nursing quality, and the system aims to provide accessible, high-quality health care to communities through a broad, integrated network. The goal is to improve community health by delivering coordinated, patient-centered care across a wide geographic footprint.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Little Rock, AR
Founded: 1924

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