Flight Paramedic, LifeForce 6 - Full-time

Erlanger Health System•Chattanooga, TN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

As a member of a highly trained and proficient team, the Flight Paramedic employed by Erlanger Health System is responsible for the direct/indirect care of the patient(s) during prehospital and interfacility transports on board the aircraft or as deemed necessary within the hospital. This includes assessment of any trauma or medical patient, and initiation of indicated treatment modalities in accordance with written guidelines and verbal medical control direction. The role requires possession of and the ability to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age(s) of the patient(s) transported by the air medical service, including neonate through geriatric populations. Demonstrated knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, and the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and assimilate the information necessary to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age is essential. The demonstrated knowledge and ability to provide/prioritize care based on LIFEFORCE guidelines and procedures, and the ability to work in and around helicopters in all phases of flight, and assist with maintaining cleanliness and efficiency of the air medical department are also key responsibilities. Refer to LIFEFORCE guideline 'Standards of Professional Performance of LIFEFORCE Air Medical Crew '7136.2001 for detailed job responsibilities.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Paramedic training program
Licensed or Certified as a Paramedic in the state of residence
Must obtain Tennessee licensure prior to starting clinical orientation with LIFE FORCE
Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina licensure must be obtained prior to completion of orientation
Certification in BLS and ACLS
Certification in one of the following: PALS, PEPP, or PBTLS
Certification in one of the following: ITLS, PHTLS, or TNATC required
Certification in Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
After LIFE FORCE orientation, must always meet the state of Tennessee's Air Ambulance rules requirements as a Flight Paramedic
Flight Paramedic Certified (FP-C). New employees must obtain certification within one year of date employment
Maximum body weight is 250 lbs including gear for an EC-145, EC-135 or Bell 407 aircraft base
A minimum of three years of continuous experience is required on an Advanced Life Support Ground Unit as a Paramedic
Experience must reflect general knowledge in pre-hospital medicine principles and practice skills, current trends and new developments
Possesses sound judgment and organizational ability
Possesses and demonstrates above average written and oral communication skills

Nice To Haves

An AS degree is recommended, a BS or MS degree is preferred
Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP)
Instructor certifications in BLS, ACLS, ITLS, PHTLS, and PEPP, PBTLS or PALS is preferred upon hire

Responsibilities

Direct/indirect care of the patient(s) during prehospital and interfacility transports on board the aircraft or as deemed necessary within the hospital
Assessment of any trauma or medical patient
Initiation of indicated treatment modalities in accordance with written guidelines and verbal medical control direction
Provide care appropriate to the age(s) of the patient(s) transported by the air medical service, including the neonate through the geriatric age populations
Assess data reflective of the patient's status and assimilate the information necessary to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age
Provide/prioritize care based on LIFEFORCE guidelines and procedures
Work in and around helicopters in all phases of flight
Assist with maintaining cleanliness and efficiency of the air medical department
Perform both Basic and Advanced Life Support practices in the execution of patient care
Maintain proficiency as a FAA designated crewmember
Tolerate the stresses of flight including, but not limited to, unpressurized helicopter flight in both VFR and IFR weather conditions, motion sickness and temperature extremes
Meet all FAA designated crew members requirement to participate in initial and random drug screening while employed as such
Wear installed safety belts, helmets, Nomex flight suit, and boots