EMT - Full-time, 3 Days (36 hours) per Week, 2nd Shift

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Louisville, KY Until 8/21/2026 First posted May 16, 2026 Last posted May 16, 2026
Job description

Summary

The Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) plays a crucial role in providing emergency medical care and transportation to patients in need. This position requires a high level of professionalism, compassion, and medical expertise to ensure the safety and well-being of patients during critical situations.

Job Description:

Baptist Health is looking for full-time, 2nd shift EMT to join our Transport EMS team at Baptist Health Louisville!

Full-time, 36 hours/3 days per week.

  • Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify injuries, illnesses, or medical emergencies.

  • Provide compassionate care and emotional support to patients and their families during transport to medical facilities.

  • Monitor vital signs and adjust treatment interventions as necessary to ensure patient stability and comfort.

  • Lifting and moving of patients to and from stretchers, frequently lifting more than 250lbs in a team setting.

  • Safely transport patients to medical facilities using designated EMS vehicles.

  • Communicate effectively with receiving medical personnel to provide a detailed patient handover and report on the patient's condition, treatment provided, and any pertinent medical history.

  • Maintain accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and transportation activities.

  • Complete patient care reports (PCRs) in a timely manner, documenting all relevant information.

  • Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and agencies to ensure continuity of care.

  • Ensure that all EMS equipment and supplies are properly stocked, maintained, and functional at all times.

  • Perform routine checks and inspections of EMS vehicles to verify operational readiness and compliance with safety standards.

  • Report any equipment malfunctions or vehicle deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.

Minimum Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalency required.

  • Emergency Medical Technician-Basic Certification by the Kentucky Board of EMS.

  • BLS for Healthcare Provider issued by AHA or ARC.

  • Other certifications and specialty training as required by the Kentucky Board of EMS.

  • Valid driver's license.

If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

About this role

Summary

Provide emergency medical care, transport patients, maintain records, and ensure safety standards.

Job title

EMT - Full-time, 3 Days (36 hours) per Week, 2nd Shift

Experience level

entry level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Louisville, KY; on-site; no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

high school diplomaemergency medical technician-basic certificationBLS for Healthcare Providervalid driver’s license

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

emergency medical servicespatient assessmenttransportationmedical emergencies
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Louisville, KY, USA

On-site City