Flight Paramedic - Amarillo, TX

Theuniversityunion; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Apollo MedFlight in Amarillo, TX is seeking a dedicated Flight Clinician/Paramedic to join our air medical team and deliver advanced critical care during transports.

You will work on Fixed Wing and Rotor Wing platforms, apply sound clinical judgment, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, compassionate patient care from pickup to destination.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited paramedic school or state recognized paramedic program.
• National Registry Paramedic Certification.
• Must obtain certification in all states served within 45 days of hire.
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Paramedic in a high acuity setting including a busy 911 service.
• Must have BLS, ACLS, PALS at hire, NRP certification within 6 months of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
• Advanced trauma course (ATLS/TPATC/ATCN/PHTLS/TNCC) within 6 months of hire.
• FP-C or CCP-C is required within 2 years of employment.
• Live in or be willing to relocate to the region (within 6 hours or less of assigned base).

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care during air medical transports.
• Operate on Fixed Wing and Rotor Wing platforms.
• Maintain patient safety, clinical judgment, and documentation.
• Participate in ongoing continuing education and public relations events.
• Perform equipment checks and assist with narcotic accounting.

Skills

Paramedic

National Registry Paramedic

BLS/ACLS/PALS

Communication

Relocation willingness

Education

Paramedic program completion

National Registry Certification

State paramedic certification

CPR/BLS/ACLS/PALS at hire

Tools

Zoll Monitor

ECG Monitoring

Aviation medical equipment

Job description

• Location 4105 Tradewind St.,Amarillo, TX, 79118,United States
• Base Pay $31.00 / Hour
• Job Category Clinical
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

Are you a skilled and compassionate Paramedic looking for an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in the medical aviation field? Apollo MedFlight is seeking dedicated professionals like you to join our team and be a crucial part of our mission to provide top-tier aeromedical services

• Cutting Edge Training: We give you the tools to be successful with access totop-of-the-line trainingto enhance your skills, ongoingprofessional development opportunitiesto keep you at the forefront of your field,andadvance technologyandequipmentforhands-on learningexperience.
• Exceptional Work Atmosphere: Join a collaborative andsupportive teamdedicated to providing thehighest level of patient care, state-of-the-art facilities designed to foster a positive and engaging work environment, andopportunities for career growthand advancement within our organization.

At Apollo MedFlight, we are a dedicated team of healthcare and aviation professionals united by a common goal: providing the highest level of safe, reliable, and compassionate care to our patients during their most critical moments. As a Flight Clinician, you will be an integral member of our air medical team, providing advanced critical care, sound clinical judgment, and support to patients throughout every transport.

A day in the life:

• Demonstrate Professionalism and Excellence in all things done when representing Apollo MedFlight
• Treat all people with courtesy and respect
• Deliver a level of care you would provide to your family for all patients served
• Practice Teamwork
• Be self-Motivated and willing to help wherever needed
• Exhibit a continuous display of Accountability, Reliability and Quality
• Daily Crew Duties (Peer Reviews, Daily Bag Checks, Narcotic Accountability, Hanger/ House Duties, Patient Follow Ups, Daily Crew Call)
• Both attendance and instruction of internal continuing education
• Public Relation Events
• Be familiar and comply with standing medical guidelines, policies, and procedures.
• Provide an environment conducive to safety for patients, families, employees, and other healthcare professionals.
• Aircraft include Fixed Wing & Rotor Wing platforms
• Sled, Stretcher Systems
• Monitoring Devices include but not limited to Zoll Monitors, Fetal Monitoring Systems, and glucometer
• Extra Capabilities include blood products, point of care labs, and Ultrasound
• Regional Capabilities include ballon pump, impella, and ECMO transports
• Trauma Equipment include but not limited to immobilization devices, hemorrhage control devices, etc.
• Respiratory support equipment utilized but not limited to: Hamilton T1 ventilators, H-900, BVMs, Oxygen delivery devices
• Medications include, but not limited to: Narcotics, ACLS medications, RSI medications, and other medications noted throughout the Standing Medical Guidelines & On-Line Medical Control
• Telephone/ Push to Talk Radios/ Aircraft Satellite Phone
• Computer bases systems utilized include EMS Charts, Baldwin Safety, Expensify
• Other items may not be listed but will be utilized when deemed necessary for safe patient transport

Requirements

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Ability to work in a confined and mobile critical care transport environment.
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, vendors, airport line staff, and others.
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.
• Ability to respond to phone calls quickly.
• Ability to evaluate and interpret information and make decisions as a critical care team.
• Ability to repeatedly twist, squat, stoop, bend, grasp, use fine hand coordination, push, and pull.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. independently and more with assistance.
• Exposure to infectious diseases, agents, and toxic chemicals.
• Ability to mix & administer medications, with correct knowledge of proper concentrations & dosages

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited paramedic school or state recognized paramedic program
• National Registry Paramedic Certification
• Must obtain certification in all states served by assigned base within 45 days of hire
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Paramedic in a high acuity setting including a busy 911 service
• Must have BLS, ACLS, PALS at hire, NRP certification within 6 months of hire and must maintain throughout employment
• Advanced trauma course (one of the following) within 6 months of hire
  • ATLS Audit
  • TPATC
  • ATCN, PHTLS, TNCC with advanced pathophysiology and skills lab
• FP-C or CCP-C is required within 2 years of employment
• Completion of NIMS 100 and 200, within one year of hire is required.
• Live in or be willing to relocate to the region (within 6 hours or less of assigned base)
• Valid Driver’s License
• Regular and reliable attendance

Preferred Qualifications

• 5 years' experience
• Previous hospital experience
• Bachelor’s degree or above

Disclaimer

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned from time to time. The scope of the job may change as necessitated by business demands.

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and that, if requested, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Summary

All employment decisions at Apollo are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.

Apollo will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. At Apollo we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool. Apollo will not discriminate against anyone on the basis of a disability. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Recruiting Team at 806.242.0202 or by email at [e-mail].

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Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Apollo MedFlight is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Anti-Discrimination & Harassment Statement

Apollo MedFlight is committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. We prohibit unlawful discrimination or harassment of any kind and expect all employees to conduct themselves in a professional and respectful manner. Any violations of this policy will be addressed promptly and appropriately.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Apollo MedFlight provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and to employees with sincerely held religious beliefs, in accordance with applicable laws. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process or while performing the essential functions of a position, please contact Human Resources.