Flight Paramedic: Advanced Critical Care in Air

Life Link III; United States; On-site; USD 46,838 - 64,747; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

HSA with employer match

401k with employer match

Paid time off

Job summary

Life Link III is a premier air medical transport provider delivering advanced life-saving care. This role offers high autonomy in assessing and stabilizing critically ill patients during flight, performing complex interventions, and ensuring safe transport to specialized facilities.

We value expert critical care knowledge, strong communication, and dedication to patient outcomes, with competitive base pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of recent high-acuity EMS paramedic experience.
• Paramedic license with critical care endorsement required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required.
• FP-C within 18 months of hire.
• NRP certification required after hire.
• IC/S ICS 100/200 FEMA certifications.
• Trauma TPATC is encouraged.
• Must maintain flight crew weight of 230 lbs or less.
• Valid driver’s license and airport access credentials.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care during air transport.
• Assess, stabilize and manage emergencies in flight.
• Perform advanced procedures within paramedic scope.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, and blood products.
• Ensure safety with pilot and flight nurse.
• Communicate with receiving hospitals and care teams.
• Complete pre/post-flight checks and document care.
• Maintain equipment readiness and pursue ongoing training.

Skills

Critical care expertise

Advanced life support

In-flight patient management

Effective communication

Accurate documentation

Education

Paramedic license with critical care endorsement

ND/MI licensure preferred

Tools

FP-C

NRP certification

FEMA ICS 100/200

Job description

Life Link III is a premier air medical transport provider delivering advanced life-saving care. This role offers high autonomy in assessing and stabilizing critically ill patients during flight, performing complex interventions, and ensuring safe transport to specialized facilities.

We value expert critical care knowledge, strong communication, and dedication to patient outcomes, with competitive base pay and comprehensive benefits.