LifeFlight Paramedic – Ground Critical Care Transport (Days)

Nicklaus Children's; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital LifeFlight Transport Program is seeking a Paramedic to provide care for injured patients transported by LifeFlight, including driving ambulances and performing ground transport. You will oversee maintenance of ambulances and equipment, document patient data, and contribute to program development by attending meetings and completing projects.

This role requires an active Florida Paramedic license, BLS/PALS/ACLS, NRP, and trauma certifications (PHTLS/ITLS), EVOC

Qualifications

• Active Florida Paramedic license is required.
• AHA BLS, PALS and ACLS must be maintained in good standing.
• NRP certification must be current within six months of hire.
• EVOC and trauma certifications (PHTLS/ITLS) required within six months of hire.
• 1.5 years of licensed EMT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee care of injured patients transported by the LifeFlight program.
• Drive ambulances and perform ground transport for critical care or single provider teams.
• Administer ACLS/PALS medications as required per transport.
• Maintain ambulances and transport equipment, including record keeping and data entry.
• Participate in program development, meetings, and trainings.

Skills

EMT driving experience

Communication skills

Record keeping / data entry

Ambulance maintenance

Education

Active Florida Paramedic license

NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program)

NREMT-P / Critical Care Course

FP-C / NPT-C / CCP-C certification

Tools

EVOC course

PHTLS

ITLS

AHA BLS

AHA ACLS

AHA PALS

Job description

Nicklaus Children’s Hospital LifeFlight Transport Program is seeking a Paramedic to provide care for injured patients transported by LifeFlight, including driving ambulances and performing ground transport. You will oversee maintenance of ambulances and equipment, document patient data, and contribute to program development by attending meetings and completing projects.

This role requires an active Florida Paramedic license, BLS/PALS/ACLS, NRP, and trauma certifications (PHTLS/ITLS), EVOC