Critical Care Flight Paramedic – High-Impact EMS

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Saint Robert (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Life Line is seeking a Flight Paramedic to join the emergency transport team. The role involves delivering advanced paramedic care during missions alongside a flight nurse, while adhering to Mercy Life Line protocols and state regulations. You must maintain essential certifications and remain physically fit for air medical duty.

Preferred CCEMT-P licensure and prior air medical experience are valued. The position requires comprehensive ALS care experience and the ability to work in

Qualifications

• Current paramedic license in MO EMP-P or AR EMT-P, and BLS, ACLS, PALS, ITLS or PHTLS.
• ALS care for at least three years with above-average abilities and skills.
• FP-C or CCP-C certifications required for paramedics who conduct critical care transports; those with <2 years CC experience complete within 2 years.
• Must be able to complete NRP and HAZMAT within specified timelines.
• Must meet physical requirements and pass annual flight fitness evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care during each mission alongside the flight nurse.
• Assess and manage life-threatening situations in the air.
• Abide by state law, Mercy Life Line Protocol, and hospital policies.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Skills

Paramedic license (MO EMP-P or AR EMT‑

BLS

ACLS

PALS

ITLS or PHTLS

NRP

Hazmat

FP-C or CCP-C

CCEMT-P preferred

Flight Paramedic experience

Education

HS/GED

Tools

Cardiac Monitor

Non‑invasive BP Monitor

Invasive BP Monitor

Mechanical Ventilator

CO2 Monitor

IABP

Infusion Pump

Computer

Job description

Mercy Life Line is seeking a Flight Paramedic to join the emergency transport team. The role involves delivering advanced paramedic care during missions alongside a flight nurse, while adhering to Mercy Life Line protocols and state regulations. You must maintain essential certifications and remain physically fit for air medical duty.

Preferred CCEMT-P licensure and prior air medical experience are valued. The position requires comprehensive ALS care experience and the ability to work in