Flight Paramedic

PHI Air Medical; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Annual continuing education allowance

Sign-on bonus up to $10,000

Job summary

PHI Air Medical is searching for passionate Flight Paramedics to provide critical care and transport to patients. This role demands comprehensive knowledge and skills as paramedics perform specialized functions and assessments.

The successful candidates are needed to maintain active certification and will enjoy a competitive pay package including a sign-on bonus up to $10,000. Join us in delivering life-saving services!

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years of current paramedic field experience in a busy 911/pre‑hospital service.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP and PHTLS/ITLS certifications.
• Ability to pass a pre‑placement physical exam.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, comprehensive care during pre‑hospital and inter‑facility transports.
• Document patient assessments and treatment during stabilization and transport.
• Participate in PR and marketing support activities.

Skills

Active paramedic certification

Effective human relations skills

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field

Job description

We are on the lookout for passionate Flight Paramedics to join our elite crew! If you have ever dreamt of making a real impact and being part of a life‑saving mission, now is your chance. We are looking for talented paramedics to join our team of dedicated professionals and help us save lives.

Who We Are

PHI Health is the leading air ambulance provider in the United States. With an unmatched safety record and the best aviation, medical and communication specialists in the field, we set the standard in the air medical industry. We transport more than 22,000 patients each year from our more than 80 bases, and support local communities and healthcare systems with outreach education.

Job Summary

Under the direction and supervision of the Base Medical Supervisor, this position is responsible for providing safe, comprehensive care to critically ill and/or injured patients of all ages in the pre‑hospital setting and during inter‑facility transports.

Responsibilities Include

• Perform a wide range of specialized functions, complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor‑wing and/or fixed‑wing and/or ground.
• Document appropriate and accurate information for assessment and treatment during stabilization and transport.
• Document accurate and complete billing information of patient transports.
• Maintain and facilitate effective and timely communication between management, internal and external customers.
• Participate in activities to support PR and marketing efforts.
• Maintain knowledge base for flight paramedic role by attending mandatory meetings, chart reviews, equipment reviews, skill labs, clinical rotations and continuing education sessions related to the care and transport of critically ill and/or injured patients.
• Complete all annual recurrent competency requirements.
• Maintain an active paramedic certification and all other certifications required by policy.
• Clinically function under the licensure of the program's Medical Director; indirectly report to the program's Manager of Clinical Services and the National Director of Clinical Standards.
• Be knowledgeable of and perform within the regulations and scope of practice of the local Department of Health Services.

The Successful Candidate Will Have

• Active paramedic certification in the state of employment.
• Minimum of three years (five years preferred) current paramedic field experience in a busy 911/pre‑hospital service.
• Current BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP and PHTLS/ITLS; NRP preferred. Instructor certifications preferred.
• FP‑C within twenty‑four months of hire.
• Flight or transport experience preferred.
• Successfully complete the PHI Air Medical Group education/orientation program.
• Effective human relations skills for interfacing with all levels of personnel and external customers.
• Basic computer skills for e‑mail and electronic charting.
• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field preferred.
• Ability to pass a pre‑placement physical exam including a functional capacity exam (strength and flexibility assessment, lift up to 100 pounds), drug screening and background screen.
• Maintain body weight below 235 lbs.

Schedule/Location

• Medical (MED)
• Various Locations

Compensation And Benefits

• Competitive pay and benefits package including shift bonuses, shift incentives, annual safety bonus, annual employee bonus and more.
• Eligibility to receive an annual continuing education allowance.
• Sign‑on bonus up to $10,000.

Our Core Competencies

• Safe: Commitment to Destination Zero and zero accidents.
• Efficient: Focus on outcomes, smart resource use, and sustainable profitability.
• Quality: Ensuring excellent organizational performance and reliable outcomes.
• Service: Dedicated to customers, communities and each other.

The PHI Health Advantage

For more than 40 years, PHI Health has delivered critical air medical transport services across the country. We equip each aircraft with the most advanced technology, subject crews to rigorous protocols and training, and pioneer safety programs that set industry standards.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

PHI, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.