About the role
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 night shift, PRN EMT or AEMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Corbin!
- 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.
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.
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.
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