Flight Paramedic

Air Methods LLC; Westernville (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Flight Paramedic, where your expertise will be crucial in providing life-saving medical transport. Experience the thrill of flight while delivering top-notch critical care in a vibrant community. With a minimum of three years in a busy 911 system, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring patient safety and excellence in medical transport. Enjoy comprehensive benefits, a flexible schedule, and the chance to make a significant impact on the well-being of those in need. This is an exciting opportunity for dedicated professionals looking to advance their careers in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Tuition Reimbursement

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Travel Insurance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Assistance Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a busy 911 system.
• Strong critical thinking and multitasking skills required.
• Paramedic certification and advanced life support skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality pre-hospital advanced life support.
• Maintain thorough patient care documentation.
• Participate in educational programs and maintain competency.

Skills

Paramedic Certification

Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Advanced Life Support

Multitasking

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's Degree in Health-related Field

Tools

BLS/CPR Certification

ACLS Certification

PALS Certification

ITLS or PHTLS Certification

NIMS Training

Job description

Overview

Embark on an extraordinary career as a Flight Paramedic with Air Methods in the vibrant city of Rome, NY.

Nestled amidst the captivating landscapes of Rome, the city offers a perfect blend of natural beauty and cultural richness. As a pivotal member of our team, you'll play a crucial role in providing life-saving medical transport to the community.

With a minimum of 36 months of experience in a busy 911 transport or flight setting within the last 5 years, your expertise will be invaluable. Operating on a schedule of 24-hour shifts, you'll deliver top-notch critical care, adhering to the highest standards set by Air Methods Community Base Services (CBS) Medical Director(s).

Your responsibilities will encompass assessment, triage, and treatment, ensuring the safe transport of critical patients to the appropriate medical facility. From the unique vantage point of a helicopter, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the scenic New York landscape, enhancing the experience of your daily work.

Join us in Rome, where every flight underscores our commitment to excellence and safety in medical transport. Experience the thrill of flight while making a significant impact on the well-being of those in need in this dynamic and culturally rich community.

Responsibilities

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). You’ll be responsible for carrying out the mission and goals of Air Methods CBS, ensuring that safety remains the highest priority throughout the transport process.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities include the following:

1. 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.
2. 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. Communicates educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.
3. Maintains documentation of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures. Attends a minimum of six educational programs per year pertinent to his/her practice.
4. Knowledgeable in the 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 ensure rapid response to all transport requests.
5. Participates in patient and referring institution follow-up and planned outreach marketing and education activities.
6. Functions as a medical flight member by attending pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and completing necessary documentation. Assists in pre-mission liftoff checklist and assists pilot as requested, e.g., radio, navigational, and visual observation activities. Complies with safety standards to assure safety of self, medical personnel, patient, and equipment.
7. Conducts aircraft safety briefings as needed.
8. 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).
9. Serves as a role model, educator, and clinical resource. Participates regularly in departmental activities, projects, and committees (including research and publishing opportunities). Maintains awareness of current issues related to pre-hospital care through participation in professional activities, e.g., national, state legislative--elected or appointed.
10. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Regular scheduled attendance is essential. Travel is approximately 5%. This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED with at least three years’ related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination. A bachelor’s degree in a health-related field is preferred. Requires minimum three (3) years’ recent experience in a busy 911 system. Previous critical care transport and flight experience are a plus.

Operation and safety requirements include maintaining a weight not exceeding 225 pounds including gear.

Skills and Certifications

• Practicing as a paramedic within state scope of practice and advanced practice skills as defined by Medical Director(s).
• Strong interpersonal, critical thinking, and multitasking skills.
• Flexible schedule including overtime and on-call rotation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Licensed EMT-P in relevant states, with national certification preferred.
• Specialty certifications such as FP-C or CCP-C required within two years of hire.
• Current BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS, ITLS or PHTLS, and advanced trauma courses such as TNCC, ATLS, TNATC, or CAMTS-approved courses.
• NRP certification prior to third-rider orientation.
• NIMS training (IS 100, 200, 700, 800) and HazMat training.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits include health, dental, vision, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, life insurance, disability coverage, travel insurance, legal plans, relocation assistance, and employee assistance programs.

Pay Range

Minimum USD $28.10/hr; Maximum USD $31.22/hr.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Air Methods is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Discrimination based on protected status is prohibited by law, and employees are encouraged to discuss compensation openly in accordance with legal guidelines.