EMT-A/UKHC

EMT-A/UKHC

University of Kentucky - 4.1 Lexington, KY Job Details Full-time $19.50 - $27.31 an hour 13 hours ago Qualifications AEMT Certification High school diploma or GED Driver's License Full Job Description Posting Details Job Title

EMT-A/UKHC

Requisition Number RE54828 Working Title EMT-Advanced Department Name H3100:

Emergency Services Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 07 Salary Range $19.50-27.31/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education HS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience 2 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) and valid Driver's License Physical Requirements This position requires performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; working at heights above four feet; and exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; loud noises; temperature extremes; and blood-borne/airborne pathogens; intermittently requires working in confined spaces; and occasionally requires job-related travel (less than 10% of time), exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, recombinant DNA or viral vectors, and combative/violent people. Shift Must be able to work three 12-hour shifts (8:45 a.m. - 9:15 p.m.) per week; will also be required to work some weekends and holidays. Job Summary The AEMT at UKHC is primarily responsible for providing high-quality medical care during interfacility ambulance transports. They ensure the safe and efficient transport of patients, adhering to established protocols and maintaining a strong commitment to patient and team safety, service excellence, and professional development. This position will be limited to ambulance operations and will not operate within the emergency department.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities Basic medical terminology and computer skills. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Two years of related experience highly preferred. Deadline to Apply 06/22/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.