Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title STEPS Paramedic
Requisition Number TE08483
Department Name H3100:Emergency Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $27/hour
Type of Position Temporary
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education
Required Related Experience
Required License/Registration/Certification
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements of this position include regularly lifting, pushing, and pulling objects over 50 lbs; and regularly standing or walking with objects up to 25 lbs.

Shift
Wednesday-Sunday 7 am to 4 pm

Job Summary
UK Healthcare staffs special events with physicians, nurses, paramedics, and EMTs. This position will fulfill the role of a Paramedic during UK-staffed special events, primarily at Keeneland race track meets. You will be responsible for providing emergency medical care within the Kentucky paramedic scope of practice.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Currently possess Kentucky Paramedic licensure, as well as BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications.
Understanding of emergency care procedures. Skilled in conducting physical assessments and identifying medical emergencies. Excellent verbal skills for interacting with patients, healthcare professionals, and the public.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Deadline to Apply 09/30/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 background check and/or drug screen.

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