EMT / AEMT - Full-time, 3 Days per Week

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 a full-time EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Corbin!

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 for EMT.

• 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!

Work Experience

Education

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.