Flight Paramedic I

Air Methods•Rio Rico, AZ

9d•Onsite

About The Position

The Flight Paramedic provides pre-hospital advanced life support, including assessment, triage, and treatment, according to standards and guidelines established by Air Methods Community Based Services Medical Director(s). The position carries out Air Methods CBS’s mission and goals, with safety as the highest priority throughout the transport continuum. The flight paramedic provides care from initial patient contact through transfer to the accepting medical facility and maintains thorough patient care documentation. The role requires maintaining clinical competency, licensure, certifications, continuing education, and required aviation, safety, OSHA, HIPAA, and clinical training records. The flight paramedic maintains medical equipment and onboard supplies, keeps the aircraft clean and orderly, and reports equipment failures. As a medical flight crew member, the paramedic participates in mission briefings and debriefings, assists with pre-mission checklists and pilot support as requested, follows safety standards, and conducts aircraft safety briefings when needed. The position also includes patient follow-up, communication with referring institutions, outreach and education activities, and serving as a clinical resource and role model. The employee may support neonatal and pediatric personnel during specialty transports and performs advanced skills approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s). This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Regular attendance is an essential function, and approximately 5% of work time is spent traveling. The role is based in Rio Rico, Arizona, and requires a weight not exceeding 225 pounds while wearing an empty flight suit and boots.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and at least three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum of three years of recent experience in a busy 911 system.
Registered EMT-P licensed in the state(s) served.
National certification may be required to meet state licensure requirements.
FP-C or CCP-C specialty certification required within two years of hire.
Current Healthcare Provider BLS/CPR, ACLS, PALS or equivalent, and advanced provider ITLS or PHTLS certifications when required by the state or county.
One of TNCC, ATLS/ATCN, TNATC, or a CAMTS-approved advanced trauma course required before completion of third-rider orientation; an advanced skills lab must accompany the course.
NRP certification required before completion of third-rider orientation.
NIMS IS 100, 200, 700, and 800 training and HazMat training required upon hire.
Skills required to practice as a paramedic under the assigned state scope of practice, including advanced practice skills defined by Medical Director(s) and Medical Standards.
Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships and collaborate with colleagues, EMS representatives, hospitals, and the public.
Strong critical thinking, reasoning, attention to detail, prioritization, and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including overtime and a 24/7 on-call rotation.
Dependability, self-motivation, and ability to work in a frequently changing environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
As a Clinical Flight Crew member, maintain a weight not exceeding 225 pounds including an empty flight suit and boots.
Regular scheduled attendance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field preferred.
Previous critical care transport and flight experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide pre-hospital advanced life support from initial contact through transfer to the accepting medical facility, including assessment, triage, treatment, and thorough documentation.
Practice within the scope established by state regulations and Air Methods CBS, and maintain competency through ongoing laboratory and clinical experience.
Communicate educational needs to the Medical Base Supervisor and Medical Education Coordinator.
Maintain records of required licensure, certifications, continuing education, aviation and safety training, OSHA and HIPAA training, clinical rotations, and advanced procedures.
Attend at least six educational programs annually that are pertinent to the practice.
Use and routinely maintain medical equipment and supplies; report equipment failures and take initial steps to ensure repairs as directed.
Maintain adequate onboard supplies and keep the aircraft clean and orderly for transport requests.
Participate in patient follow-up, communication with referring institutions, and planned outreach marketing and education activities.
Attend pre-mission briefings and mission debriefings and complete necessary documentation.
Assist with pre-mission liftoff checklists and assist the pilot with radio, navigational, and visual observation activities as requested.
Follow safety standards and conduct aircraft safety briefings as needed.
Serve as a flight resource to neonatal and pediatric personnel during specialty patient transports by helicopter.
Perform advanced skills and procedures approved by Air Methods CBS Medical Director(s).
Serve as a role model, educator, and clinical resource; participate in departmental activities, projects, committees, research, and publishing opportunities.
Maintain awareness of current pre-hospital care issues through professional activities, including national and state legislative involvement.
Perform other duties as assigned.