Critical Care Flight Paramedic

Geisinger; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting on day one

401(k) plan with contributions

Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

Geisinger is actively seeking a skilled Critical Care Transport Paramedic to provide high-level emergency care to patients during transport. In this role, you will engage with various healthcare professionals to maintain safety and quality patient care throughout the transit process.

This position requires a minimum of 3 years of related work experience and a graduate from a Specialty Training Program. Full benefits package is provided starting on day one, including health insurance, 401(k) plan, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years related work experience required.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Provides critical care transport paramedic level care to patients.
• Maintains thorough patient care documentation.
• Functions in the role of a flight crew member.
• Compliance with safety standards during all phases of flight.

Skills

Critical care transport skills

EMT certifications

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Emergency response

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Job Summary

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. The CCTP functions and assists as a non-essential team member in Geisinger Emergency Departments and assists ED health care providers to deliver care to patients as needed. The CCTP meets the qualifications to provide care for patients from birth to over 100 years.

Job Duties

• Provides critical care transport paramedic level until patient care is relinquished to an accepting medical facility.
• Maintains thorough patient care documentation in the electronic medical record and practices within the paramedic scope of practice as defined by a medical command physician, or as needed under the written guidelines of the Seven Mountains EMS Council Regional Protocols or the Department of Health EMS ACT 37. Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
• Communicates educational needs to the Chief Flight Nurse, Regional Supervisors, the Medical Director CEP’s and the Life Flight Educator as required.
• Maintains Pennsylvania Department of Health medical command status.
• If not previously certified, acquires the FP‑C credential within one year of hire. Functions 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.
• The Critical Care Transport Paramedic scope of practice expansion is only applicable to licensed Air‑Ambulance programs in the commonwealth. May function in a non-essential per diem role in Emergency Departments to the level permitted by the Pennsylvania Department of Health.
• Maintains competency in the use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Life Flight.
• Ensures cleanliness, organization and proper equipping of the medical interior of all Life Flight helicopters.
• Ensures adequate inventory of supplies and equipment at each Life Flight base site.
• Maintains orderly environment on the rooftop helipad and cleanliness of helipads at all hangar locations. Functions as a flight crew member and assists the pilot as needed.
• Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical crew members, patient and equipment during all phases of flight.
• Participates in all preflight briefings and post-flight debriefings.
• Acts as preceptor and participates in orientation of new employees and students as assigned.
• Assists in conducting safety briefings as needed.
• Maintains awareness of current issues related to paramedics through participation in professional activities.
• Participates in all Life Flight educational requirements necessary for maintaining active status and as required by the Life Flight program.
• Assumes responsibility for identifying processes or systems that could potentially lead to errors and adverse events.
• Participates in required organizational and departmental patient safety education programs and other activities designed to improve departmental and organizational patient safety.

Physical Demands

Works in a patient care environment in and around aircraft and may be exposed to infectious diseases, chemical toxins, loud aircraft noise, fumes, gases, odors, dust particles and mechanical and electrical hazards. Position may require sitting for long periods of time in a helicopter or office environment. Requires ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds. May be required to travel. Employee may not exceed 250 lbs in flight gear. Accountable for satisfying all job‑specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Benefits

• Full benefits (medical, dental, and vision) starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents.
• Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care FSA and a health savings account (HSA) with employer contribution.
• Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows accrual of time quickly.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve health while earning a financial incentive.
• Family‑friendly support, including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care and free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools.
• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance.

Education Required

Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required).

Experience

Minimum of 3 years related work experience (Required).

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and 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.