Flight Paramedic

REACH Air Medical Services; Lovington (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in air ambulance services is seeking a dedicated Flight Paramedic to join their dynamic team. This role involves the critical task of transporting patients safely while providing high-quality medical care. You will be part of a professional team committed to maintaining safety standards and ensuring effective patient care. With opportunities for ongoing training and development, this position not only offers a chance to make a significant impact in emergency medical services but also provides the support and resources needed for your professional growth. If you are passionate about saving lives and thrive in high-pressure environments, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Company Paid Crew Housing

Ongoing Training and Certifications

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in ALS or critical care settings.
• Current EMT-P license and NREMT-P certification required.

Responsibilities

• Complete electronic patient care records for each flight.
• Provide advanced life support care during transport.
• Conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed.

Skills

Advanced Life Support (ALS)

Critical Care Experience

Patient Care Documentation

Interpersonal Skills

Education

EMT-P License

NREMT-P Certification

BLS Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

Tools

Emergency Medical Equipment

Job description

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IMMEDIATE HIRING! Flight Paramedic Career Opportunity

• Starting Range is $20.92-$40.19 per hour, Dependent on Experience
• Schedule requires two 24-hour shifts per week
• Company paid crew housing while on shift

We’re hiring a Flight Paramedic to work with our team of air transportation experts to safely transport patients to and from medical facilities as well as scene call work. Safety, effective, and efficient patient care is a key pillar of our services, therefore you’ll work on a quality, professional team that is committed to high safety standards for the crew and our customers.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for completion and submission of electronic patient care record for each dispatched flight within the specified time frame
• Responsible for daily base checks, which includes narcotic count
• Provide pre-hospital and intra-hospital advanced life support care from initial contact until patient care is relinquished to the accepting medical facility maintaining thorough patient care documentation
• Maintain competency in knowledge and psychomotor skills by participating in ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences
• Maintain documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, safety, and advanced procedures in the Employee Education Manual
• Knowledgeable in use and routine maintenance of all equipment and supplies used by emergency programs
• Maintain positive interpersonal relationships with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public
• Function as a medical flight member
• Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and complete necessary documentation
• Assist in pre-mission liftoff checklist and pilot assistance when needed, e.g., radio, navigational, and visual observation activities
• Comply with safety standards to ensure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment prior to liftoff
• Conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed
• Responsible for filling open or vacant shifts within assigned area as deemed appropriate by the Regional Director

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Three (3) years’ experience in an ALS or critical care setting
• Current EMT-P license/certification in the states served by the assigned area
• NREMT-P certification in the state(s) where required
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP required prior to flight status (NRP certification is provided during New Hire Training)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior flight experience
• Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, PALS/PEPP, ITLS/PHTLS

Other Qualifications:

• Advanced Certification (FP-C) preferred, required within 24 months from date of hire

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