Aerial Paramedic: Fast-Track Life-Saving Care in Flight

Rural Metro Fire Department; Illinois; On-site; USD 23,775 - 33,862; Full time

Job summary

A medical transportation service in Illinois is hiring a Flight Paramedic starting at $20.92+ DOE. This role involves safely transporting patients and providing advanced life support during air transport. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in critical care, along with necessary EMT-P and other relevant certifications. The position emphasizes safety for both crew and patients in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in a 911 or critical care setting.
• Current EMT-P license in the states served by the assigned area required.
• Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete and submit electronic patient care record for each dispatched flight.
• Conduct daily base checks, including narcotic count.
• Provide pre-hospital and intra-hospital advanced life support care.

Skills

Critical care experience

Patient care documentation

Equipment maintenance

Interpersonal communication

Education

EMT-P license/certification

BLS certification

ACLS certification

PALS certification

Job description

A medical transportation service in Illinois is hiring a Flight Paramedic starting at $20.92+ DOE. This role involves safely transporting patients and providing advanced life support during air transport. Candidates should have at least three years of experience in critical care, along with necessary EMT-P and other relevant certifications. The position emphasizes safety for both crew and patients in a collaborative environment.