Paramedic

Welcome to Saint Joseph Hospital, a 433-bed hospital founded in 1877 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth as the first Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky. Led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, the mission to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved is still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital holds over two dozen national ranks and recognitions and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.

Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experienceHello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Mental Health resources for you and your family
• Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
• Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
• Adoption Assistance
• Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability 
• Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
• Employer Discounts
• Relocation Assistance*
• Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500*
• Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000*
• Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000*

*for eligible hires

Learn more about Saint Joseph Hospital and it's awards and recognitions here:Saint Joseph Hospital

JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE

The Paramedic is a CHI Saint Joseph Health professional whose primary focus is to provide emergency medical
care for patients accessing the emergency department. The individual will utilize a comprehensive care team
approach in collaboration with RN’s, physicians, and ancillary staff.

ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. While working under physician medical oversight, the Paramedic will assure quality of care by
following the scope of practice provided by the National EMS Scope of Practice Model and further
outlined by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. In addition, the individual is to align
their role within functions set forth by CHI Saint Joseph Health.
2. Administers BLS, PALS, ACLS and critical care interventions following the orders and supervision of the
attending physician.
3. Performs triage, assessments, interventions and patient education as needed.
4. Documents patient care services by charting in patient and department records in a timely manner.
5. Promotes patient’s independence by establishing personal rapport and care goals; teaching patients,
friends and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions.
6. Establishes a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support.
7. Clearly identifies self as a licensed paramedic while operating.
8. Protects patients and employees by adhering to all CHI Saint Joseph Health policies, protocols,
procedures and regulations.
9. Willing to pursue new levels contributing to professional growth and development.
10. Other duties as assigned.

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed
within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities
required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience: High school Diploma or equivalent. Graduate from a
nationally/state approved accrediting paramedic program.

Required Licensure and Certifications:

 Unrestricted Kentucky Paramedic License.
 Active BLS, ACLS, PALS American Heart Association
Certifications.
 During the Paramedic’s orientation period, the
individual will be required to successfully complete an
approved Critical Care endorsement course to
maintain employment.

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills,
Abilities and Training:

 Demonstrated computer management skills.
 Considerable knowledge of computer applications.
 Must be able to communicate effectively in both
verbal and written formats.
 Ability to break down problems or tasks; scanning
one’s own knowledge and experience to identify
causes and consequences of event.
 Maintains confidentiality and protects sensitive data
at all times.
 Adheres to organizational and department specific
safety standards and guidelines.
 2 years of experience as a paramedic in a high volume
patient care services, approved Critical Care
endorsement, previous aeromedical, or clinical ER
experience.