EMT or AEMT - Full-time, 3 Days per Week, 2nd Shift
Baptist Health · Lexington
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 EMT and AEMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Lexington!
Full-time, 36 hours/3 days per week.
- 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.
Excellent Benefits Package:
- 5 days of Paid Time Off available for use upon hire (Full-time)
- PTO Sell Back Program
- Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- Retirement plans with company match
- Company paid Basic Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
- Health Insurance, Pharmacy, Dental, Vision and much more!