Flight Paramedic: ICU in the Sky for 911 Pros

Air Methods Clinical; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Full Company-Paid Life Insurance

AD&D Insurance

Disability Insurance

Relocation Assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Air Methods CBS in Springfield, IL seeks an experienced paramedic to deliver advanced life support in pre-hospital settings and during aerial transport. You will maintain documentation, operate within regulatory scopes, and engage in ongoing education to stay current.

Responsibilities include equipment management, mission support, and collaboration with flight crew. A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and patient care quality is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least 3 years related experience or training
• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field preferred
• Minimum 3 years’ recent experience in a busy 911 system
• Previous critical care transport and flight experience a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide pre-hospital advanced life support care from initial contact until patient care transfer to the accepting medical facility; maintain thorough patient care documentation.
• Practice within defined scope of practice as established by state regulations and Air Methods CBS; maintain competency through ongoing education.
• Attend at least six educational programs annually pertinent to practice and maintain licensure, certifications, and safety training.
• Maintain equipment knowledge and reporting of failures; ensure aircraft are stocked for patient care; keep aircraft clean.
• Participate in patient follow-up, referral communications, and outreach activities; assist in liftoff checklists as needed.
• Attend pre-mission briefings/debriefings and support the pilot with radio, navigation, and observation tasks; ensure safety.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Flexible schedule

On-call readiness

Computer skills

Education

GED or high school diploma

Bachelor’s degree preferred

3 years EMS experience

Critical care transport/flight experience a plus

Job description

Air Methods CBS in Springfield, IL seeks an experienced paramedic to deliver advanced life support in pre-hospital settings and during aerial transport. You will maintain documentation, operate within regulatory scopes, and engage in ongoing education to stay current.

Responsibilities include equipment management, mission support, and collaboration with flight crew. A strong focus on safety, teamwork, and patient care quality is essential.