Flight for Life Paramedic

CommonSpirit Health; Garden City (KS); On-site; USD 31,326 - 47,416; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Paramedic FFL Critical Care Transport in Garden City, Kansas. As part of the Flight Crew, you will deliver critical medical care during transport, ensuring patient safety and operational efficiency.

The role requires advanced skills, a commitment to safety, and experience in critical care transport. A Paramedic certification and a valid driver’s license are essential.

The position offers a pay range of $22.74 – $34.42 per hour, emphasizing the importance of qualified care in urgent situations.

Qualifications

• Paramedic certification with critical care endorsement required.
• Three years or 4,000 hours of experience as a Paramedic provider in critical care transport.
• Must maintain currency in all required certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced critical care during transport.
• Perform complex assessments and interventions.
• Assist in the safe operation of Flight For Life.

Skills

Advanced critical care skills

Ability to perform under pressure

Commitment to patient safety

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Paramedic certification

Tools

Advanced medical equipment

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As a Paramedic FFL Critical Care Transport and member of the Flight Crew, you will assist in meeting the physical and emotional needs of critically ill and injured patients, while promoting the safe and efficient operation of Flight For Life.

Every day you will provide advanced critical care during transport, perform complex assessments and interventions, administer specialized medications, operate advanced medical equipment, and ensure adherence to safety protocols for Flight For Life operations.

To be successful in this role, you will possess your Paramedic certification with critical care endorsement, advanced clinical skills in critical care transport, the ability to perform under extreme pressure, and an unwavering commitment to patient safety and the efficient operation of critical transport services.

• Assists in providing a safe environment essential to the health and well‑being of all individuals in the critical care transport environment, including universal precautions, air and ground safety.
• At the direction of the Flight Nurse, assist in performing a rapid survey of life‑threatening conditions as well as secondary physical assessment, including medical history, current medications, and allergies.
• In consultation with the Flight Nurse, assists in prioritizing and planning appropriate transport care.
• At the direction of the Flight Nurse, assists in implementing the plan of care and assists with ongoing assessments.
• Participates in decontamination of the aircraft and equipment. Helps keep helicopter and fixed‑wing equipment stocked.
• Performs the support duties necessary for the smooth operation of Flight For Life, including cleaning of the vehicles, ordering and stocking of supplies, and clerical support tasks.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma/G.E.D.
• Three (3) years or 4,000 hours experience as a Paramedic provider in 911 ALS or critical care transport (ground or air) or 4,000 hours of critical care experience in‑hospital.
• Paramedic – Colorado State Paramedic Certification and National Registry as a paramedic. Must maintain currency in all certifications required by CAMTS (Commission on Accreditation of Medical Transport Systems).
• Valid Driver’s License and pass the annual Pre‑Check review of driving record for safe vehicle operations.

Where You'll Work

St. Catherine Hospital, located in Garden City, Kansas.

Pay Range

$22.74 – $34.42 per hour