Flight Paramedic

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Litchfield (IL)

Hybrid

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Air Methods CBS seeks a Paramedic to deliver high-quality pre-hospital advanced life support. You will assess, triage, and treat patients from initial contact through handoff at the receiving facility, documenting care in detail.

You will work within defined scopes of practice, maintain certifications, and participate in ongoing training and competency development. On-call rotations and flight duties are expected.

Qualifications

Parademic certification required and licensure in state(s) served.
Evidence of ongoing continuing education and competency.
Experience in busy 911 system preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide high quality pre-hospital advanced life support from first contact to handoff.
Maintain thorough patient care documentation.
Attend pre-mission briefings and post-mission debriefings.

Skills

EMT-P

Critical Care Transport

FP-C/CCP-C

ACLS

PALS

ITLS/PHTLS

NIMS HazMat

Education

Paramedic certification

Bachelor's degree in health-related field

Tools

Medical Equipment Maintenance

Aircraft Safety Protocols

Radio/Comms Equipment

Job description

• Responsible for providing high quality pre-hospital advanced life support including assessment, triage, and treatment utilizing standards and guidelines established by Air Methods Community Based Services (CBS) Medical Director(s).
• Provides pre-hospital advanced life support care from the initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility; maintains thorough patient care documentation.
• Practices within his/her scope of practice as defined by the states regulating each base and Air Methods CBS. Maintains competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences.
• Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures. Attends minimum of six educational programs per year pertinent to his/her practice.
• Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by Air Methods CBS. Responsible for reporting medical equipment failures and taking initial steps to ensure repair of equipment as directed. Maintains adequate supplies onboard aircraft to deliver patient care. Keeps aircraft clean and orderly to insure rapid response to all transport requests.
• Participates in patient and referring institution follow-up and planned outreach marketing and education activities.
• Functions as a medical flight member by attending pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completes necessary documentation. Assists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and assists pilot as requested, i.e., radio, navigational, and visual observation activities. Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment. Conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed.
• Serves as a flight resource to neonatal/pediatric personnel when transporting specialty patients by helicopter. Performs advanced skills and procedures as approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s).
• Serves as a role model, educator and clinical resource. Participates regularly in departmental activities, projects and committees (to include research and publishing opportunities). Maintains awareness of current issues related to pre-hospital care through participation in professional activities, i.e., national, state legislative--elected or appointed.
• Other Duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and at least three years’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Bachelor’s degree in health-related field preferred
Minimum three (3) years’ recent experience in a busy 911 system
Previous critical care transport and flight experience a plus
Skills as required to practice as a paramedic as defined by assigned state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.
Maintains positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals and the public while executing strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of collaboration at all levels
Demonstrates high critical thinking and reasoning skills and strong attention to detail while working in a fast paced environment that requires ability to prioritize and multi-task
Ability to work a flexible schedule including overtime and 24/7 on-call rotation
Dependable and self-motivated while working in a frequently changing environment
Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
Registered EMT-P licensed in state(s) served
National Certification may be required to meet state licensure requirements
Specialty certification: (FP-C or CCP-C) required within two (2) years of hire
Current certifications in Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR; ACLS; PALS or equivalent (AHA courses if state or county required) and advanced provider ITLS or PHTLS (if state or country required)
Advance trauma course: one (1) of the following is acceptable: TNCC, ATLS/ATCN, TNATC or CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course prior to completion of third-rider orientation. (Please note advanced skills lab must accompany all of the above mentioned advanced trauma courses)
NRP certification prior to completion of third-rider orientation
NIMS Training IS 100, 200, 700, 800 and HazMat upon hire

Core Competencies

Demonstrates advanced life support skills, critical thinking, and effective communication in high-pressure environments. Maintains compliance with medical standards and safety protocols while providing exceptional patient care during transport.

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