Flight Paramedic

Life Link III; Detroit Lakes (MN); On-site; USD 46,838 - 63,369; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision insurance

HSA with employer match

401k with employer match

Generous paid leave

Job summary

Life Link III is seeking a Critical Care Flight Paramedic to join an elite team delivering advanced life-saving care with top-of-the-line equipment in air medical transport. You will assess and stabilize critically ill or injured patients with autonomy, performing complex interventions on high-acuity cases.

This role requires MN/WI paramedic licenses with CC endorsement, BLS/ACLS/PALS, and FP-C within 18 months, plus NRP after hire.

Qualifications

• Minnesota or Wisconsin paramedic license with critical care endorsement required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required; trauma certifications encouraged.
• FP-C due within 18 months of hire.
• NRP certification required after hire date.
• FEMA IC-S 100/200 certifications.
• Minimum 3 years of recent critical care 911 paramedic experience.
• Experience with high-acuity, multi-system trauma, shock, and complex cardiac emergencies.
• Flight crew weight must be 230 lbs or less fully dressed in flight gear.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care to patients with life‑threatening conditions during air medical transport.
• Assess, stabilize, and manage trauma, cardiac, respiratory, and pediatric emergencies in flight.
• Perform advanced procedures within paramedic scope.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products per guidelines and protocols.
• Ensure safety throughout all phases of transport in collaboration with pilot and flight nurse.
• Collaborate with flight nurses, pilots, and other professionals to optimize patient outcomes during transport.
• Maintain clear communication with receiving hospitals, pre‑hospital providers, and families as needed.
• Participate in pre‑flight safety checks and post‑flight debriefings and keep equipment ready.
• Document patient care and support quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintain ongoing critical care skills through training.

Skills

Paramedic license (MN WI)

Critical care experience (3+ years)

BLS

ACLS

PALS

FP-C within 18 months

NRP

IC-S 100/200 FEMA

Job description

Life Link III is a premier, nationally recognized air medical transport company, known for our clinical excellence, superior aviation program and reliable response in providing care to critically ill or injured patients. Our priority is to do everything possible to give every patient their best chance for the best possible outcome - demonstrated by our unwavering commitment to providing the highest level of care to our patients while on board safe, state-of-the-art aircraft. We continually focus on innovation and work to put cutting‑edge technology and education in the hands of our flight medical crew, pilots, mechanics, operational control specialists and communication specialists so we can provide uncompromising care to the communities we serve. We do this work while living out our core values of safety, customer focus, excellence, integrity, innovation, and collaboration.

As a Critical Care Flight Paramedic at Life Link III, you’ll join an elite team of flight nurses and pilots, delivering advanced life‑saving care with top‑of‑the‑line equipment in air medical transport. Experience a high level of autonomy as you assess and stabilize critically ill or injured patients, performing advanced procedures and ensuring their safe journey to specialized medical facilities. This fast‑paced, rewarding role demands expert critical care knowledge, mastery of complex interventions, and exceptional communication—where every mission makes a difference.

Your Impact

• Provide advanced critical care to patients with life‑threatening conditions during air medical transport
• Assess, stabilize, and manage trauma, cardiac, respiratory, and pediatric emergencies in flight
• Perform advanced procedures within paramedic scope
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products per guidelines and established protocols
• Ensure safety throughout all phases of transport in collaboration with pilot and flight nurse
• Collaborate closely with flight nurses, pilots, and other professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes during transport
• Maintain clear and continuous communication with receiving hospitals, pre‑hospital care providers, and family members as necessary
• Participate in pre‑flight safety checks, post‑flight debriefings and maintain equipment readiness
• Document patient care accurately and support quality improvement initiatives
• Maintain critical care skills through ongoing training

Your Qualifications

• Current Paramedic license in MN, WI, with critical care endorsement required and preferred ND and MI licensures
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required; trauma certifications (TPATC) are encouraged
• FP‑C will be required within 18 months of hire date
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification will be required after hire date
• FEMA certification for IC‑S 100, 200
• A minimum of 3 years of recent (within the last 5 years) critical care of 911 EMS paramedic experience with a focus on high‑acuity, critical patient care
• Prior critical care experience that involved a comprehensive understanding of advanced life support techniques, pharmacological therapies, invasive procedures, and emergency interventions
• Prior exposure to high‑acuity, multi‑system trauma, including shock, severe head injuries, and complex cardiac emergencies, is essential
• Must maintain a flight crew weight of 230 lbs or less, fully dressed in flight required gear
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to maintain airport security access credentials (where applicable)

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous flight experience preferred
• Experience with adult and pediatric patient populations, including neonates, highly preferred

What We Offer

• Base Pay Rate: $34.15 - $46.72 per hour, based on experience
• Health, Dental, and Vision insurance coverage starting the first of the month following date of hire
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer match
• 401k with employer match fully vested
• Generous paid leave and paid time off to foster work/life balance
• Life, disability, critical illness, and accident insurance

Why Join Life Link III?

We are dedicated to making a difference. Our mission‑driven culture fosters innovation, collaboration, and professional growth. You'll work alongside passionate professionals in a CAMTS accredited, award‑winning program that is committed to improving patient outcomes all while advancing your career in a supportive environment.

Compliance/HIPAA

Must perform work in the manner prescribed by documented work process in order to ensure compliance with all rules and regulations, accreditation standards and laws that apply, specifically work processes that involve billing practices, for avoiding activities that constitute fraud and abuse.

Employment Status Requirements

Life Link III does not sponsor employment visas of any kind. As a pre‑condition of employment, all applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Life Link III is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and believe in providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, marital or family status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Our commitment to an equitable workplace extends to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, training, working conditions, compensation, benefits, and termination. We are dedicated to maintaining a workplace that is free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation, and where all individuals can thrive professionally.