Air Transport Paramedic
CareFlite•Grand Prairie, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
CareFlite is seeking a highly skilled Air Transport Paramedic to provide advanced life support and critical care during air, ground, and ECMO specialty transport operations. This role is responsible for patient assessment, advanced interventions, and ensuring safe, efficient, and timely transport across our service area. This position is ideal for experienced paramedics who excel in high-acuity environments and are committed to clinical excellence and patient-centered care.
Requirements
- Current Texas Paramedic license
- Minimum 3 years (4,000 hours) of experience in a busy 911 system as a primary/lead care provider
- Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills
- Ability to perform effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments
- BCLS, ACLS, PALS certifications
- Additional certifications (NRP, TPATC or ATLS audit) required prior to completion of orientation
- FP-C certification required within 18 months of hire (first attempt required within 12 months)
- Ability to lift and carry patients and equipment (up to 100 lbs. with assistance)
- Maximum allowable weight of 230 lbs. in full flight gear
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, and work in confined spaces
- Exposure to loud noise, vibration, exhaust, rotating aircraft components, and bodily fluids
- Must pass background check, drug screen, physical assessment, and audiology testing
- Must demonstrate emotional resilience, multitasking ability, situational awareness, and composure under high-stress conditions
Nice To Haves
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree
- FP-C or CCEMT-P certification at time of hire
- Experience in critical care or specialty transport environments
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced life support and critical care during air, ground, and specialty transports
- Assess patient conditions and perform advanced medical interventions within scope of practice
- Collaborate with nurses, pilots, dispatchers, and healthcare teams to ensure coordinated care
- Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely patient documentation
- Adhere to all safety protocols, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards
- Demonstrate strong situational awareness in dynamic transport environments
- Participate in continuous education and quality improvement initiatives
Benefits
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
