Paramedic jobs in Kentucky

Paramedic provides emergency advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Conducts patient assessment to determine the extent of an illness or injury and to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Being a Paramedic performs life support procedures or administers oxygen. Dispenses antiseptic solution to prevent infection, starts and administers intravenous fluids. Additionally, Paramedic performs other emergency medical procedures needed to stabilize patient during transport. Provides an update on patient's condition and status of treatments when transferring to other medical personnel. May require registry in NREMT. Typically requires an associate degree in an accredited Paramedic program. Requires Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Requires Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - Basic. Typically reports to a manager. The Paramedic works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Paramedic typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Paramedic
  • trans-care
  • Louisville, KY PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • What will I do as an EMT-Paramedic?

    An EMT-Paramedic provides the highest level of medical care and transportation to patients who access the EMS System. The Paramedic brings the hospital Emergency Department to the patient’s side and acts as the eyes and ears of the emergency room physician. In a non-emergency situation, the medical response team provides transportation to patients who require an ambulance because of a medical condition and can continue the treatments that the patient received inside the hospital environment with limited or no interruption during transportation.

     

    Job Duties:

    • The EMT-Paramedic will satisfactorily perform all skills and procedures as designed by the Kentucky Board of EMS curriculum.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will satisfactorily meet the requirements of Trans-Care’s Medical Direction for affiliation and clinical oversight.
    • While on duty, the EMT-Paramedic will practice his or her skills and fulfill his or her duties within the Standard of Care Protocol, any physician order, and any direction by a higher medical authority.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will make himself/herself familiar with, know and follow all Trans-Care’s policies and procedures.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will respond to EMS calls as assigned by the communications center observing the policies of Trans-Care on “out of chute” and “end of shift” time.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will operate and oversee the operation of his or her partner of the assigned vehicle under the rules of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the policies of Trans- Care.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will know and follow all Trans-Care policies and procedures regarding normal operations and treat all Trans-Care customers, patients, fellow employees and/or vendors with honesty and respect according to Trans-Care’s Code of Conduct.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will observe a strict standard of patient confidentiality regarding the access, possession, or transmission of Personal health information (PHI) per Trans-Care’s privacy policies designed to protect such information from access by unauthorized persons.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will safeguard the privacy of all patients protected health information in accordance with Trans-Care privacy policies, procedures, and practices, as requested by federal and state law, and in accordance with Trans-Care policies of professionalism as a health care provider.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will report any concerns regarding real or possible breach of policies and procedures regarding patient confidential information and any observed practices by fellow employees which appear to violate these policies and/or procedures to the Privacy Officer at his/her earliest opportunity either in person, by email or anonymously as provided by federal regulation.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will be courteous and professional at all times while on duty. That shall include interactions with Trans-Care’s customers, its patients, and communications center, and his or her supervisor(s). Attitudes that demonstrate sarcasm, argumentativeness and hostility are not acceptable behaviors.
    • Prior to each shift and in accordance with Indiana law, the EMT-Paramedic will account for, check operability of, and be responsible for assuring that all required Advance Life Support equipment is operating, functional and located on her or her assigned unit.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will check in, check out, and account for all narcotics as required by state, DEA and/or EMS rules and Trans-Care policies and check all medication on board for expiration dates and replace as needed.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will maintain his or her in-service education as prescribed by the Indiana State EMT Agency.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will operate his or her assigned vehicle and personal conduct under the laws and rules of the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the safety policies of Trans-Care including but not limited to procedures designed to enhance and provide the crew and patient safety at all times.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will submit documentation that is complete, accurate and timely prior to leaving his/her shift at the designated time for departure.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will help maintain a clean and hazard free work environment by performing such cleaning chores as requested both on and in a vehicle and station.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will be responsible to precept Paramedics and EMT-Basic students and new employees as assigned.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will advise of all vehicle problems needing attention or repair and submit the proper report(s) necessary for correction per Trans-Care procedure.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will maintain himself/herself in a fit condition to be able to perform lifting, bending, stooping and other associated physical activity without injury.
    • The EMT-Paramedic will also perform any reasonably related duties as prescribed by his/her supervisor.
  • 19 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Med Center Health
  • Bowling Green, KY OTHER
  • Position Summary Performs and/or assists with the assessment, management and transport, within scope of practice, of persons ill or injured, under the supervision of on or off-line medical control. Mi...
  • 23 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Scott County Government
  • Georgetown, KY FULL_TIME
  • Job Skills / Requirements Individual needed to administer advanced life support care to sick and injured persons in the pre-hospital setting as authorized and directed by the physician medical directo...
  • 24 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Baptist Health Deaconess Madisonville
  • Madisonville, KY FULL_TIME
  • Provides and assists in the delivery of direct patient care, performs advanced skills, technical procedures, and monitoring in the provision of acute care, all under the direction and supervision of M...
  • 2 Days Ago

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PARAMEDIC
  • PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER INC
  • Pikeville, KY FULL_TIME
  • PARAMEDIC
  • 10 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Louisville, KY
  • Louisville, KY PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
  • What will I do as an EMT-Paramedic? An EMT-Paramedic provides the highest level of medical care and transportation to patients who access the EMS System. The Paramedic brings the hospital Emergency De...
  • 14 Days Ago

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Paramedic
  • Mayo Clinic Health System
  • Duluth, MN
  • Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & Worl...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic - Kentucky
  • Deaconess Health System
  • Henderson, KY
  • Pay Information $22.00-$29.00#per hour Night Shift Incentives/Differentials up to $6.00 Weekend Option Incentives/Differ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic
  • Catholic Health Initiatives
  • Berea, KY
  • **Overview** CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. Wi...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic
  • Mayo Clinic
  • Eau Claire, WI
  • Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & Worl...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic
  • Mayo Clinic
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & Worl...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic
  • Cleveland Clinic
  • Canton, OH
  • At Cleveland Clinic Health System, we believe in a better future for healthcare. And each of us is responsible for honor...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic
  • HCA
  • Loxahatchee, FL
  • Introduction Are you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for ou...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Paramedic
  • BodyScience Functional Medicine Clinic
  • South Miami, FL
  • Job Description Job Description In search of a certified paramedic, skilled in IV placements. We are a functional medici...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

Kentucky (/kənˈtʌki/ (listen) kən-TUK-ee), officially the Commonwealth of Kentucky, is a state located in the east south-central region of the United States. Although styled as the "State of Kentucky" in the law creating it, (because in Kentucky's first constitution, the name state was used) Kentucky is one of four U.S. states constituted as a commonwealth (the others being Virginia, Pennsylvania, and Massachusetts). Originally a part of Virginia, in 1792 Kentucky became the 15th state to join the Union. Kentucky is the 37th most extensive and the 26th most populous of the 50 United States. Ke...
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$41,711 to $51,669

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