Critical Care Flight Paramedic

Geisinger; Avoca Precinct (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10K Bonus for those who qualify

Job summary

Geisinger is looking for a Critical Care Transport Paramedic to provide high-level patient care during transport. This role involves extensive responsibilities, including maintaining patient care documentation and ensuring compliance with health standards.

Applicants must have at least three years of experience and hold relevant certifications like Advanced Cardiac Life Support. If you're ready to join a dynamic team in Avoca Precinct, apply today!

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years related work experience required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification required.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide critical care transport paramedic level care.
• Maintain patient care documentation.
• Communicate educational needs to the Chief Flight Nurse.

Skills

Communication

Preceptor Skills

Teamwork

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Job Summary

10K Bonus for those who qualify. Provides Critical Care Transport Paramedic (CCTP) level of care within the scope of Act 37 to Life Flight patients in conjunction with the Flight Nurse. Operates as a non-essential team member in Geisinger Emergency Departments, assisting ER health care providers to deliver care to patients as needed.

Job Duties

• Provide critical care transport paramedic level care until patient care is relinquished to an accepting medical facility.
• Maintain thorough patient care documentation in the electronic medical record and ensure it meets the guidelines of the Seven Mountains EMS Council Regional Protocols or the Department of Health EMS ACT 37.
• Maintain competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
• Communicate educational needs to the Chief Flight Nurse, Regional Supervisors, the Medical Director CEP’s, and the Life Flight Educator as required.
• Maintain Pennsylvania Department of Health medical command status; acquire the FP‑C credential within one year of hire if not already certified.
• Function in the role of a critical care flight and Critical Care Transport Paramedic with an expanded scope of practice approved by the Life Flight Medical Director and Pennsylvania Department of Health.
• Maintain competency in the use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Life Flight; assure cleanliness, organization, and proper equipping of the medical interior of all Life Flight helicopters.
• Ensure adequate inventory of supplies and equipment at each Life Flight base site.
• Assure orderly environment on rooftop helipads and cleanliness of helipads at all hangar locations.
• Act as a flight crew member and assist the pilot as needed.
• Comply with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical crew members, patient, and equipment during all phases of flight.
• Participate in all preflight briefings and post‑flight debriefings.
• Act as preceptor and participate in orientation of new employees and students as assigned.
• Assist in conducting safety briefings as needed.
• Maintain awareness of current issues related to paramedics through participation in professional activities.
• Participate in all Life Flight educational requirements necessary for maintaining active status and as required by the Life Flight program.
• Identify processes or systems that could potentially lead to errors and adverse events, and participate in required organizational and departmental patient safety education programs.
• Work in a patient care environment in and around aircraft and be exposed to possible infectious diseases and chemical toxins.
• May require sitting for long periods in a helicopter or office environment; ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• May be exposed to non‑conventional motion, noise, vibration, jet fumes, and extreme temperatures.
• May require travel; may not exceed 250 lbs in weight in flight gear.
• Accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Position Details

Education

• Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required)

Experience

• Minimum of 3 years related work experience (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

• Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification – American Heart Association (AHA)
• Basic Life Support Certification – Default Issuing Body
• Certified Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic – Default Issuing Body
• Certified Flight Paramedic – Default Issuing Body
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certification – Neonatal Resuscitation Program
• S.T.A.B.L.E. Certified – The S.T.A.B.L.E. Program

Skills

• Communication
• Preceptor Skills
• Teamwork

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.