Flight Paramedic — ICU in the Sky, On-Call

Air Methods; Payson (AZ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Air Methods in Payson, AZ seeks an experienced Flight Paramedic to deliver advanced life support in a busy 911 environment and operate within CBS guidelines. You’ll fly state-of-the-art helicopters, participate in mission briefings, and maintain rigorous documentation, education, and safety standards.

The role requires a strong clinical background, ability to multitask, and willingness to travel; you’ll engage in ongoing education, patient follow-up, and outreach activities while supporting the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least three years’ related experience or training
• Bachelor’s degree in health-related field preferred
• Minimum three (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 and maintain thorough patient care documentation
• Practice within defined scope of practice as established by state regulations and Air Methods CBS; maintain competency through ongoing laboratory and clinical experiences
• Maintain documentation of licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures; attend a minimum of six educational programs annually
• Operate and maintain equipment and supplies used by Air Methods CBS; report equipment failures and ensure repairs; keep aircraft stocked and ready for rapid response
• Participate in patient follow-up, communication with referring institutions, and outreach marketing and education activities
• Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings; assist in liftoff checklists and provide radio/navigational/observation support; comply with safety standards for all personnel and equipment
• Conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed
• Serve as a flight resource to neonatal/pediatric patients when transporting specialty cases; perform approved advanced skills and procedures
• Engage as a role model, educator, and clinical resource; participate in departmental activities, committees, and research; stay aware of pre-hospital care issues through professional activity

Job description

Air Methods in Payson, AZ seeks an experienced Flight Paramedic to deliver advanced life support in a busy 911 environment and operate within CBS guidelines. You’ll fly state-of-the-art helicopters, participate in mission briefings, and maintain rigorous documentation, education, and safety standards.

The role requires a strong clinical background, ability to multitask, and willingness to travel; you’ll engage in ongoing education, patient follow-up, and outreach activities while supporting the