Flight Paramedic

Altru Health System; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 39,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

401(k) retirement plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life and disability insurance

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Altru Health System in Grand Forks, ND, is seeking a Flight Paramedic to provide direct patient care during transport by fixed-wing aircraft and ground ambulance, and to support hospital assignments as needed. You will work within established guidelines, coordinate care with regional partners, and maintain critical care skills across diverse high-acuity cases.

The role requires paramedic experience, certifications, and the ability to function as part of a flight crew, with duties ranging from

Qualifications

• Paramedic licensure with active National Registry certification and state endorsements.
• Certification in ITLS/PHTLS/ATLS/FP-C or CCP-C within required timeframe.
• Strong communication and patient transport experience in EMS.

Responsibilities

• Responds to transport requests and delivers high-quality critical care in flight and on the ground.
• Identify early signs of deterioration and initiate emergency measures as needed.
• Transport patients within Altru Hospital and to Fargo, Minneapolis, Rochester; NICU transport team member.
• Assist RNs in Emergency Department triage and patient care.
• Serve as safety officer and preceptor; provide coverage for community events.

Skills

Paramedic experience

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

Everything we do is underscored by a why — and that why is one another.

Location:

Altru Hospital
1200 South Columbia Road
Grand Forks, ND 58201

Summary:

The Flight Paramedic provides direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and patient care guidelines of the organization and works within the established scope of practice of the designated governing EMS body during the transport of patients by fixed-wing airplane and ground ambulance or in accordance with their hospital assignments when not on a transport. The Flight Paramedic maintains the knowledge and skills necessary to provide critical care appropriate for the patients served and facilitates the coordination of patient care with our partners in the region.

• FLIGHT PARAMEDIC I
  $27.80 - $41.71 USD Hourly

  • Advanced Provider International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), or other Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) Approved Advanced Trauma Course prior to Start Date.

• FLIGHT PARAMEDIC II
  $29.19 - $43.79 USD Hourly

  • 6 years or more Paramedic experience with associate’s degree and advanced certification, OR
  • 3 years or more Paramedic experience with bachelor’s degree

• FLIGHT PARAMEDIC III
  $30.65 - $45.98 USD Hourly

  • 12 years or more Paramedic experience with Associates and/or Advanced Certification (FP-C, CC-P, CP-C), OR
  • 6 years or more Paramedic experience with bachelor’s degree

Essential Job Functions:

• Responds to requests for and conducts patient transports in fixed-wing aircraft and ground ambulances. Provides high-quality critical care in accordance with the patient care guidelines established by the organization. Demonstrates ability to function as a member of the flight crew and ensure the safety of the crew, patients, and other passengers during transport.
• Identifies the early warning signs of a change in a patient's condition and responds appropriately to a deteriorating patient, including contacting responsible clinicians as indicated by standard operating procedure. Assists with or institutes emergency measures for sudden adverse developments in patient conditions.
• Transports patients to all internal departments at Altru Hospital, as well as to Fargo, Minneapolis, and Rochester and is a member of the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) transport team.
• Assess, intervene, and reassess the patient's condition promptly and takes appropriate action in accordance with patient care guidelines.
• Works in the Emergency Room assisting the RNs with triage and critical patient care.
• Performs and documents assessments according to guidelines and/or as patient condition requires, i.e., vital signs, intake and output, IV’s, blood sugars, room/caregiver assignment, etc. and ensures patient is properly identified.
• Works as a cohesive team with First Responders. Creates a smooth transition of care. Provides feedback and follow-up to First Responders as necessary.
• Provides coverage for various special functions throughout the Grand Forks community and surrounding areas, i.e., races, sporting events, city sponsored events.
• Serves as a safety officer and patient care resource (within applicable scope of practice and training) for specialty teams conducting transport of neonatal patients by fixed-wing aircraft and ground ambulance.
• Serve as a preceptor to new employees and students.
• Performs other duties as assigned or needed to meet the needs of the department/organization.

Certifications

• Paramedic | National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Paramedic | North Dakota Board of Health | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Paramedic | Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Paramedic | Montana Board of Medical Examiners | Within 3 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• BLS , ACLS and PALS Certified | American Heart Association (AHA) | Prior to Start Date | Learning Management System
• Driver's License with Acceptable Driving Record | Driver's License - Current State Licensed | Prior to Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) | Altru Health System | Within 12 Months of Start Date | HR Primary Sources
• Paramedic | South Dakota Board of Medical Examiners | Preferred | HR Primary Sources

Qualification/Education:

• 6 years or more Paramedic experience with associate’s degree and advanced certification OR,
• 3 years or more Paramedic experience with bachelor’s degree

Notes:

• Advanced Provider International Trauma Life Support (ITLS), Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS), Transport Professional Advanced Trauma Course (TPATC), Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), or other Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems (CAMTS) Approved Advanced Trauma Course prior to Start Date.
• Flight Paramedic Certification (FP-C) or Critical Care Paramedic Certification (CCP-C) required within 24 months of start date.
• Eligible to serve as an Orientation Preceptor and Onboarding Coordinator for new staff.
• Maintain required specialty certifications (e.g., PHTLS, AHLS, AMLS, ABLS, ATLS, NRP) and completion of ICs 300 and ICs 400 training.
• Ability to Instruct BLS, ACLS, PALS, EMT, and NRP courses

Education:

• Preferred: Associates - Related Field- OR -Bachelors - Related Field

Work Experience:

• Required: An equivalent combination of education and experience Related Experience

Language Requirements:

This position requires proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English to ensure effective communication in the workplace and with patients, families, and team members.

Physical Demands :

• Sit: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Stand: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walk: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stoop/Bend: Frequently (34-66%)
• Reach: Frequently (34-66%)
• Crawl: Rarely (1-4%)
• Squat/Crouch/Kneel: Occasionally (5-33%)
• Twist: Frequently (34-66%)
• Handle/Finger/Feel: Continuously (67-100%)
• See: Continuously (67-100%)
• Hear: Continuously (67-100%)

Weight Demands:

• Lift -Floor to Waist Level: Heavy (40-100 pounds)
• Carry: Heavy (40-100 pounds)
• Push/Pull: Heavy (40-100 pounds)
• Slide/Transfer: Heavy (40-100 pounds)

Working Conditions:

• Indoor: Frequently (34-66%)
• Outdoor: Frequently (34-66%)
• Extreme Temperature: Not Applicable

Driving Requirement Definitions:

• Professional Drivers: Persons who drive as their main responsibility OR transport passengers or hazardous materials.
• Frequent Drivers: Persons whose main responsibility is not driving, but drive daily or almost daily.
• Occasional Drivers: Persons who drive from once per month to as frequently as once per week.
• Infrequent Drivers: Persons who are generally not expected to drive.

Driving Requirement for this position:

Occasional DriverReference ID: R8104

Making a real difference. For one another.

To take the best care of our patients and community — including friends, family, and neighbors — we need people who are committed to growth, excellence, and one another.

At Altru, you’ll find a culture where support and teamwork are at the heart of what we do. You’ll have opportunities to advance your skills, work with the latest technologies, experience the fulfillment that comes from giving back, and take your career wherever you want it to go.

Join our team and be a part of a small community with a big heart.

Altru offers a comprehensive benefits package to its full- and part-time employees. Excellent benefits include a health plan and 401(k) retirement plan. Other benefits include a dental plan, vision plan, life and disability insurance, education assistance, paid time off (PTO)