Flight Paramedic, EMS
About The Position
The primary purpose of the Paramedic position is to provide and direct pre-hospital Basic and Advanced Life Support (BLS, ALS) in all weather conditions, in concert with other EMS employees and as a member of the patient care team under the direction of a licensed Medical Control Physician (MCP) and under the supervision of an EMS Supervisor, to patients of all ages and from all populations who experience any serious illness or injury, using age and population appropriate equipment and techniques to safely assess, treat, lift and move patients to the transport vehicle, and transport them to an appropriate medical facility, while completing all required documentation and other assigned duties supporting efficient EMS operations and representing UH, and EMS in a positive and professional manner.
Requirements
- Minimum of two (2) years of EMS experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of EMS driving experience with a good driving record
- Ability to pass a medical evaluation and respirator fit test
- Ability to wear an N95 particulate filter respirator mask in accordance with PEOSHA standards as a condition of employment
- Must possess and maintain current, active credentials in good standing, as determined by initial and periodic review
Nice To Haves
- Certified Emergency Vehicle Operator (CEVO) training preferred
- Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) or Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS) provider certification preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred
- Previous experience with electronic medical records (EMR) preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide and coordinate pre-hospital Basic and Advanced Life Support (BLS/ALS) services in all weather conditions
- Work collaboratively with EMS personnel as part of the patient care team
- Perform duties under the direction of a licensed Medical Control Physician (MCP) and the supervision of an EMS Supervisor
- Deliver emergency care to patients of all ages and populations experiencing serious illness or injury
- Use age- and population-appropriate equipment and techniques to assess and treat patients safely
- Assess, treat, lift, move, and transport patients to appropriate medical facilities
- Ensure the safe operation of transport vehicles during patient transport
- Complete all required documentation accurately and timely
- Carry out additional assigned duties to support efficient EMS operations
- Represent University Hospital and EMS in a positive, professional manner at all time
Benefits
- Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
