Flight Paramedic

Life Flight Network•Hillsboro, OR

25d

About The Position

The Flight Paramedic works with a Flight Nurse to deliver advanced critical care to Life Flight Network patients in accordance with the organization’s guidelines and protocols. The role includes providing age-appropriate care, supporting patient documentation and follow-up, maintaining equipment and supplies, and contributing to daily operations. The Flight Paramedic also supports safe aircraft operations, assists with business and operations planning, and represents Life Flight Network in the community. Relocation assistance of up to $10,000 is offered.

Requirements

At least five years of experience as a Paramedic; experience in a large metropolitan area is preferred.
Current paramedic certification appropriate to the assigned location.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Current Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Current Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification.
Current Pre-hospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) certification.
Current Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification.
For drivers, a current, valid Oregon, Idaho, Washington, Hawai'i, or Montana driver’s license and at least three years of driving experience.
Take the FP-C exam within one year of hire and obtain certification within two years of hire.
Complete the Department of Transportation Air Medical Curriculum within six months of hire.
Comply with the weight restriction of a maximum 250 pounds fully outfitted to perform the job.
Strong leadership skills and ability to communicate and work with varied people one-on-one and in large groups, often in highly stressful situations.
Ability to work varied shifts and cover fixed-wing call shifts.
Passport and/or eligibility for entry into Canada may be required depending on location assignment.
Candidates are subject to drug screening and background investigation.

Nice To Haves

Paramedic experience in a large metropolitan area.

Responsibilities

Work with the Flight Nurse to deliver age-appropriate care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
Perform procedures as necessary, including oral intubation, administration of paralytic drugs, needle thoracostomy, and intravenous and intraosseous access.
Assist the Flight Nurse with accurate and complete patient care documentation.
Assist with written or verbal patient follow-up to referring hospitals or agencies.
Retrieve and return equipment to appropriate agencies.
Clean and restock equipment with the Flight Nurse to return aircraft to service promptly.
Complete inventories and monthly checks, order supplies, and maintain equipment in working order with the Flight Nurse.
Support the Flight Nurse in day-to-day Life Flight Network operations.
Compile statistical data or work on related projects as assigned by the Director of Clinical Operations.
Help ensure safe aircraft operation for patients, crewmembers, and personnel at the scene.
Enforce Life Flight Network safety policies and assist the pilot with navigation, takeoff, landing, and in-flight procedures.
Participate in developing business and operations plans to meet medical transport service and financial performance goals.
Promote favorable public opinion of Life Flight Network through contact with patients, community agencies, and hospitals.
Provide flight education to the public as requested.