Paramedic Jobs in Kentucky
Paramedic jobs in Kentucky are steadily in demand, concentrated in emergency medical services, fire-based EMS, and hospital-based critical care transport, with openings at every experience level from entry-level EMT-Paramedic to flight paramedic and supervisory roles. The busiest hiring markets are Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green, where established employers like Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and Louisville Metro EMS maintain consistent paramedic staffing. The most sought-after specialties right now are critical care transport, community paramedicine, and 911 response. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Job Description:
Paramedic
Status: PRN
Job Summary:
Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Transports and transfers patients and assess the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Applies artificial respiration or administers oxygen in cases of suffocation and asphyxiation, starts and administers intravenous fluids, performs other emergency medical interventions in accordance with State and Locally approved medical protocols.
Job Requirements:
Paramedic License issued by the Kentucky Board of EMS.
Valid Kentucky Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 6 months of hire.
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.
Summary
Job Description:
Paramedic
Status: PRN
Job Summary:
Provides advanced life support care to patients who are ill and/or injured. Transports and transfers patients and assess the extent of an illness or injury to establish and prioritize medical procedures to follow. Applies artificial respiration or administers oxygen in cases of suffocation and asphyxiation, starts and administers intravenous fluids, performs other emergency medical interventions in accordance with State and Locally approved medical protocols.
Job Requirements:
Paramedic License issued by the Kentucky Board of EMS.
Valid Kentucky Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Pediatric Education for Prehospital Professionals (PEPP) certification.
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification within 6 months of hire.
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.
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Paramedic Job Market in Kentucky
A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Baptist Health System KY & IN13
- AMR5
- Air Evac Lifeteam4
- AmeriPro Health3
- CommonSpirit Health3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in paramedic jobs across Kentucky.
- Active Kentucky paramedic license issued by the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services
- Current National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians certification at the paramedic level
- Valid CPR and Advanced Cardiac Life Support certifications required at time of hire
- Minimum two years of field experience preferred for critical care transport and supervisory positions
- Valid Kentucky driver's license with a clean driving record required for all field roles
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support certification required for hospital-based and transport paramedic roles
Paramedic Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a paramedic in Kentucky?
To become a paramedic in Kentucky, you must complete a state-approved paramedic education program, pass the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians cognitive and psychomotor exams, and then apply for licensure through the Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services. Kentucky requires an active National Registry certification as the basis for state licensure, so both steps must be completed before you can practice. Many community colleges across Kentucky, including Bluegrass Community and Technical College, offer accredited paramedic programs.
How much do paramedics make in Kentucky?
Paramedics in Kentucky earn a median of about $49,890 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $40,050 for the lowest 10% to over $66,820 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire paramedics in Kentucky?
Companies currently hiring paramedics in Kentucky include Baptist Health System KY & IN, AMR, and Air Evac Lifeteam, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's mix of large urban hospital systems, county-run EMS agencies, and private critical care transport companies means consistent openings across both the Louisville and Lexington metro areas and smaller regional communities.
Which Kentucky cities have the most paramedic jobs?
Louisville, Lexington, and Elizabethtown are the Kentucky cities with the most paramedic openings, driven largely by Louisville's dense concentration of major hospital networks and the city's own municipal EMS system, with Lexington following as home to University of Kentucky HealthCare and several regional transport services, and smaller markets rounding out demand where county agencies and rural critical access services maintain steady hiring.
Are there remote paramedic jobs in Kentucky?
Yes, but they're rare. About 14% of paramedic openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of emergency medical work. The paramedic roles most likely to include any remote component are positions in community paramedicine program coordination, EMS education and training, or quality assurance and data review, where some administrative duties can be performed off-site.
How can I get hired as a paramedic in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a Kentucky Board of Emergency Medical Services-approved paramedic program and then applying directly to county EMS agencies and hospital-based transport services that offer new-grad or probationary hire programs. Louisville Metro EMS and Baptist Health's transport division have historically brought on newly licensed paramedics in supervised field roles. Candidates who hold an active EMT-Basic or EMT-Advanced credential before completing paramedic school, or who have volunteer fire and rescue experience, consistently move to the front of shortlists for entry-level 911 and interfacility positions.
Where can I find and apply to paramedic jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to paramedic jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings from employers across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your certification level, preferred region, and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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