University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title |
EMT-B/UKHC |
Requisition Number |
RE46801 |
Working Title |
EMT-Basic |
Department Name |
H3100:Emergency Services |
Work Location |
Lexington, KY |
Grade Level |
06 |
Salary Range |
$16.20-24.82/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.
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Required License/Registration/Certification |
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
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Physical Requirements |
This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and 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 per week; will also be required to work some weekends and holidays. |
Job Summary |
The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) at UKHC is pivotal in delivering prompt medical care, transportation, and empathetic service to patients in emergency situations. This role demands a combination of medical proficiency, effective communication skills, and a strong commitment to patient care. Operating in a fast-paced and often high-pressure environment, the EMT is responsible for assessing patient conditions, providing essential medical assistance, and ensuring patients are safely transported to healthcare facilities. |
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities |
Clear and articulate verbal communication skills, basic medical terminology, and basic computer skills. |
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? |
No |
Preferred Education/Experience |
A minimum of one year of related experience is strongly preferred. Ideal candidates will have a that includes, but is not limited to, performing patient assessments, providing basic medical care and life support, as well as measuring and monitoring vital signs. |
Deadline to Apply |
09/22/2024 |
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.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.
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 check and/or drug screen. |
Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a current Kentucky EMT (Emergency Medical Technician) certification?
- * Are all other pertinent certifications current?
- * How many years of experience do you have as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)?
- None
- More than 0, up through 1 year
- More than 1, up through 3 years
- More than 3 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years
- * What date did you obtain your Emergency Medical Technician certification/license (EMT)?
(Open Ended Question)
- * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- Latinosinhighered.com
- HospitalCareers.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (hercjobs.org)
- A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
- Careerbuilder.com
- UK Job Fair
- None of the Above
Applicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsOptional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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