Jessamine County EMS Careers

Applications are now being accepted for Full-time and Part-time Emergency Medical Technician and Paramedic.  Download an application or call 859-887-2987 for more information.

HIRING PROCESS:

Each candidate will complete a written exam, physical agility test, grip strength test, and oral interviews.

Grip Strength Test: Each candidate will complete a grip strength test as required by insurance regulations.  Any candidate who fails this test will automatically fail the testing date.

Written Exam: Consist of approximately seventy five EMT-Basic questions.  These questions are pulled from the most current edition of an EMT-Basic instructor's manual.  All levels of providers will complete the same exam.

Oral Interview: An oral interview will be conducted of each candidate.  The interview committee typically consists of an EMS supervisor, Fiscal Court representative, and another first responder.

Physical Agility Test: Each candidate must complete our physical agility test in less than 5:30 (five minutes and thirty seconds).  Any candidate who has current CPAT card will be exempt from this requirement (proof must be supplied with application).  Click here to view the video of the test.  Click here for written description of the test.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Responsible for all aspects of care to the critically ill and injured, providing both basic life support and advanced life support care. The EMT-B and /or Paramedic will be responsible for both emergency and non-emergency patients transports, while working in a team environment and projecting a positive attitude. Must understand all applicable legal, moral and ethical issues surrounding the emergency medical services Must have excellent judgment, be able to prioritize decisions, and act quickly in the best interest of the patient.

POSITION REQUIRMENTS:

EMT-B Qualifications: Shall be a certified Emergency Medical Technician in good standing . Certifications in CPR, HIV-AIDS, Bloodborne Pathogens, High School Diploma and or equivalent, Good Driving Record, Kentucky  License, At least 18 years old. NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 Salary: $24,128 annually.

Paramedic Qualifications: Shall be a Licensed Paramedic in good standing. Certifications in ACLS, PALS and/or PEPP, BTLS and/or PHTLS. CPR, HIV/AIDS, High School Diploma and or equivalent, Good driving record, Kentucky Drivers License. At least 18 years old. NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800 Salary: $30,817.28 annually.

BENEFITS:

1 week paid vacation 1^st year, Paid single health plan, 75% paid family plan, CERS Hazardous Duty Retirement, 12 hours sick time a month, Paid Holidays, Monthly Training provided, cafeteria health supplemental available, 401K, paid life insurance and credit union available. Paid membership to Fitness Center, Reimbursement for required safety footwear.

AREA INFORMATION:

Jessamine County is one of the fastest growing counties in the Bluegrass Region with Nicholasville, the county seat as the eighteenth largest city in the Commonwealth located 9 miles south of the Lexington, the second largest city in Kentucky. Jessamine County has a population of approximately 45,000 citizens with an approximate 80,000 transient population on a daily basis. Jessamine County EMS is a progressive ambulance service with a run volume of approximately 9500 responses per year. Recently, Nicholasville and Wilmore were named as most affordable place to buy a home by Business Week and Money Magazines.  Click here to view the article about Nicholasville and Wilmore.