Paramedic/UKHC

Paramedic/UKHC Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Posting Details Posting Details Job Title Paramedic/UKHC Requisition Number RE52310 Working Title Monitored Patient Transport Department Name H3280:

Command Center Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 08 Salary Range $22.50-30.09/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 No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Certified Paramedic and valid Driver's License Physical Requirements This position requires regularly standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and working at heights above four feet; intermittently performing tasks with repetitive motions; and occasionally working in confined spaces. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials, and exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people. Shift Must be able to work three, 12-hour, 7:00 p.m. - 7:00 a.m. day shifts per week (shifts may include days, evenings, nights, and/or swing). Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays. Job Summary The Paramedic will work in the Level 1 Trauma Center to compliment the nursing role. Duties of this position include performing patient care duties utilizing a team approach in collaboration with RNs, MDs, and other members of the comprehensive healthcare team; and organizing, prioritizing, and delivering direct patient care based on determined scope of practice within the hospital setting.

Skills / Knowledge

/ Abilities The ideal candidate will have clinical care experience, including but not limited to: monitoring vital signs; inserting IVs, NGTs, and urinary catheters; assisting with 12 lead EKGs; assisting with wound care; assisting with suctioning; and completing proper documentation Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience High school diploma or GED and three years of paramedic experience, and current Kentucky Paramedic certification or licensure, American Heart Association ( BLS ), ACLS , and PALS certifications preferred. Deadline to Apply 02/08/2026 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. Posting Specific Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (

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• Are you currently a certified/licensed paramedic through the state of Kentucky? Yes No
• Are all other pertinent certifications current? Yes No
• How many years of experience do you have as a paramedic? None More than 0, up through 1 year More than 1 year, up through 3 years More than 3 years, up through 5 years More than 5 years
• What date did you obtain your Paramedic certification/license (EMT-P)?

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