Flight Paramedic (PRN) - Elevate Prehospital Care

Ardent Health; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Ardent Health in Tyler, TX is seeking a PRN Flight Paramedic to provide advanced prehospital care for a diverse patient population, from neonates to geriatrics. The role requires coordination with emergency teams and active involvement in helicopter transport operations.

The position emphasizes program representation and adherence to UT Health East Texas’ mission and values, with comprehensive certifications including FP-C, NRP, PALS, ACLS, BCLS, BTLS, and EMT-P licensure.

Qualifications

• Must have EMT/Paramedic certification and Texas EMT-P license.
• NREMT-P certification required; FP-C within 6 months if not already held.
• BCLS/BTLS/PALS/NRP/ACLS required as listed.

Responsibilities

• Provides care to patients from neonates to geriatrics.
• Coordinates emergent and critical care for patients requiring helicopter transport.
• Markets the Air 1 program and represents the department in PR/marketing activities.
• Supports UT Health East Texas Mission, Vision, and Values.
• Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Prehospital care

Emergency coordination

Public relations

Flight paramedic readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certificate from EMT/Paramedic program

Texas EMT-P certification

National Registry EMT-P (NREMT-P)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS)

Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS)

Certified Flight Paramedic Credential (FP-C)

PALS

NRP

ACLS

3+ years prehospital lead paramedic experience

Job description

Ardent Health in Tyler, TX is seeking a PRN Flight Paramedic to provide advanced prehospital care for a diverse patient population, from neonates to geriatrics. The role requires coordination with emergency teams and active involvement in helicopter transport operations.

The position emphasizes program representation and adherence to UT Health East Texas’ mission and values, with comprehensive certifications including FP-C, NRP, PALS, ACLS, BCLS, BTLS, and EMT-P licensure.